Amsterdam Budget Travel Guide

This Amsterdam budget travel guide will hopefully help future travelers explore this famous city cheaply! Amsterdam is one of those cities that every traveler has an image of in their mind before they've been there. I just spent a weekend in Amsterdam, and the city definitely fulfilled my expectations. I saw the scenic canals, the …

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One Day In Paris: How To See Paris On A Budget In Just One Day

How to spend one day in Paris, France and make the most of your short time in this iconic city! As a typical college student with limited time and money, I often find myself embarking on short trips that allow me to travel Europe without detracting from schoolwork or my job. I usually leave at …

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13 Best Day Trips From Porto, Portugal

Here are my 13 favorite day trips from Porto, Portugal! Porto is a fabulous city in Northern Portugal that should be on everyone's European bucket list. There are so many reasons to visit Porto, from the food, music, and wine to the colorful architecture and beautiful river scenery. I spent one month in Porto and …

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10 Reasons To Visit Cologne, Germany

A few reasons to visit Cologne, Germany while traveling in Europe! Situated on the Rhine River in eastern Germany, Cologne is a beautiful city that is often overlooked by travelers. Most backpackers prioritize the capital city of Berlin, or they head to Munich for the famous annual Oktoberfest. But Cologne is another wonderful city in …

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7 Reasons To Visit Madrid, Spain

7 reasons to visit Madrid, the gorgeous capital city of Spain. The first place I ever visited in Spain was Madrid, the country's capital.  Madrid offers so much history and culture, as well as entertainment and fun. Whether you are a budget traveler backpacking through Europe, or just visiting Spain for a quick vacation, Madrid is one of …

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Budget Travel Tips for Spain

9 budget travel tips for Spain. Traveling Spain doesn't have to be expensive! Spain is a gorgeous Mediterranean country filled with seductive music, flavorful food and wine, and a warm, welcoming culture. The cost of traveling through Spain is pretty average for Europe. It's not as cheap as Portugal or the eastern countries like Romania …

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Hidden Gems of Budapest

My favorite hidden gems of Budapest; the best secret spots to visit in Hungary's bustling capital city. Views of the Buda Castle after dark As a relatively popular tourist destination, Budapest fulfilled all the expectations I had for this Eastern European city. Full of baroque architecture, heartwarming Christmas markets, stunning churches, delicious food, and elaborate …

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How To Spend A Weekend in Brussels, Belgium On A Budget

How to spend a weekend in Brussels, Belgium, on a budget! Including plenty of chocolate, museums, and architecture. My two friends and I just took a weekend trip from London to Brussels, the capital city of Belgium. Brussels is a super convenient weekend trip from London because it's just a short journey across the English …

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6 Reasons To Visit Sintra, Portugal

6 Reasons to visit Sintra on your next trip to Portugal. About an hour northwest of Portugal's capital lies Sintra. This picturesque fairy-tale land is filled with castles, secret gardens, and adorable old men playing wooden flutes in the street. After experiencing the chaos of Lisbon, the peaceful, intimate atmosphere of Sintra feels like a …

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