Europe Travel Guides • Dream Plan Experience

Planning a trip to Europe? France, Italy and Portugal are considered some of the most popular Europe travel destinations.

Or, want to travel to Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, England, the Netherlands, or Spain?

Simply click on the travel destination in Europe you’re looking for using the Table of Contents and it will take you directly to a list of Destination Guides written to help you have the best experience.

Wait there’s more! Under Travel Resources, I share all of my favourite travel tips and tricks to help plan your trip. Everything from booking flights, accommodations, car rental services, train travel, travel insurance and more!

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Table of Contents: Europe Travel Destinations + Travel Resources

Austria Destination Guides + Itineraries

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Salzburg or Innsbruck: Which is Worth Visiting

The 7 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Austria

One Day in Salzburg: Your Ideal 1-day Itinerary

Innsbruck in One Day: What to See & Do

Belgium Destination Guides + Itineraries

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How to Take a Paris to Brussels Day Trip in 2023

7 Belgium UNESCO Sites Worth Visiting

Brussels Art Nouveau: A Guide to the City’s Most Stunning Architectural Gems (2023)

Beyond Brussels: 5 Incredible Day Trips

Czech Republic Destination Guides + Itineraries

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7 Beautiful Prague River Cruise Options [2023]

8 Best UNESCO Sites in Czech Republic Worth Seeing

Prague Jewish Quarter – 11 Things to See

New Town Prague: Best 15 Things to See & Do

A Guide to Prague’s Historical Quarters: Little Quarter

Old Town Prague – 13 Amazing Things to See

Visiting Prague Castle District in 2023

Your Cesky Krumlov Itinerary for 2023

How to Visit the Karlovy Vary Spa Town in 2023

England Destination Guides + Itineraries

14 Best London Private Tours to Take in 2023

London vs Paris – Which City is Better?

17 Lovely Things to Do in Notting Hill

Paris to London by Train: Your How-to Guide

Super London Landmarks You Can’t Miss

Your Next London Vacation Rental – 56 Amazing Places to Stay

21 Best Affordable Luxury Hotels London Has to Offer

France Destination Guides + Itineraries

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Reims Champagne Tours: 5 Unforgettable Experiences

Autumn in France: 15 Magical Destinations to Visit in Fall 2023

Discover France Off-the-Beaten Path: 30 Hidden Gems Worth Exploring

Paris to London by Train: Your How-to Guide

Reims Champagne: Your Very Best Guide

16 Best UNESCO Heritage Sites in France

PARIS

Wine Tastings in Paris: Your 2023 Guide to the 7 Best Paris Wine Tours

Sainte Chapelle Tickets and the Best Tours to Take in 2023

Paris Catacombs Tickets: How to Get Exclusive Access in 2023

What to Do in Paris for a Week: Your Perfect Paris 7 Day Itinerary for 2023

Make the Most of Your 7 Hour Layover in Paris: A Paris Layover Guide [2023]

How to Take a Paris to Brussels Day Trip in 2023

Rue de l’Abreuvoir: How to Visit this Montmartre Historic Gem in 2023

Planning a Paris Trip: 23 Best Paris Planning Tips in 2023

My Paris Solo Trip: 25 Incredible Things to Do Alone in Paris

Ooh La La! Paris for a Weekend: Your Ultimate 2023 Guide

Is Paris Worth Visiting? Top 23 Reasons to Visit Paris

12 of the Best Seine River Cruises in Paris in 2023

Paris vs Barcelona – Which City is Better to Visit?

35 Hidden Romantic Places in Paris

What to Do in Le Marais Paris

London vs Paris – Which City is Better?

Discovering the Magical Christmas Markets in Paris

Find the Prettiest Parks and Hidden Gardens in Paris

Le Marais Paris Vacation Rentals: Review of Plum Guide Apartment

Discovering 20 Secret Passages in Paris

A Perfect Parisian Pied-à-Terre with Paris Vacation Apartments

Pavillon de la Reine Review: a Luxury Paris Hotel

Most Beautiful Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Paris in 2023

41 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Paris

31 Best Places to Stay in Paris

6th Arrondissement with 19 Things to Do in Saint Germain Paris

35 Best Streets in Paris to Stroll in 2023

Île Saint-Louis – a Hidden Gem Neighbourhood in Paris

Jardin du Luxembourg – A Beautiful Park in Paris

PROVENCE COTE D’AZUR

A Day in Monaco with 13 Amazing Itinerary Activities

One Day in Nice France with these 11 Amazing Things to Do

One Day in Avignon – The Best Avignon Sightseeing Guide

Your Guide to Luberon Villages in the Heart of Provence

Top Things to Do in Nice France 2023

7 Most Beautiful Villages in Provence (2023 Edition)

Best Markets in Provence – Daily Guide in 2023

Gassin – Visiting the Most Beautiful Village in France

5 Hilltop Villages Near Nice France to Visit in 2023

Germany Destination Guides + Itineraries

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17 Things to Do in Garmisch Partenkirchen (2023)

12 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany (2023)

Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring Berchtesgaden National Park in Germany

My Munich Favorites

2023 Holiday in Lake Constance – 13 Things to Do

Monschau Germany: 13 Things to Do in this Fairy Tale Town in 2023

See the German Alps with the Ultimate Alpine Road Trip

Italy Destination Guides + Itineraries

How to Take a Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence [2023]

Don’t Miss Taking a Cinque Terre Boat Tour: 9 Incredible Options for 2023

30 Best Weekend Breaks in Italy

Cinque Terre in 3 Days: Your Best Itinerary

Venice vs Florence: Which City To Visit

18 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Italy

Is Florence Worth Visiting? 11 Reasons to Visit Florence Italy [2023 Edition]

Things you need to know before you go…to Italy!

5 Cinque Terre Villages – The Best Guide to Visiting these Towns

ROME

10 Most Incredible Tuscany from Rome Day Trips to Take in 2023

An Amazing Day Trip to Orvieto from Rome in 2023

Is Rome Worth Visiting? 25 Incredible Reasons to Visit Rome!

30 Amazing Non Touristy Things to Do in Rome

Discovering 26 of the Most Beautiful Streets in Rome

What to See in the Jewish Ghetto Rome: 11 Must-See Sights and Hidden Gems

25 Best Restaurants in Trastevere Rome: a Food Lovers Guide

How Many Days in Rome is Enough? Our Ultimate Itinerary Has the Answer

Quartiere Coppedè – the Best Kept Secret Neighbourhood in Rome

20 Lesser-Known and Famous Gardens in Rome

One Day in Vatican City: the Best 1-day Itinerary

First Timers to Rome – Top Things to Do

TUSCANY

How to Take a Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence [2023]

15 Best Tuscany Wine Tours in 2023

10 Most Incredible Tuscany from Rome Day Trips to Take in 2023

Siena vs Florence: Which City Is Better? Tuscany’s Duel [2023]

Best Places to Stay in Montepulciano Italy

24 hours in Florence with these 16 Amazing Things to Do

Dreamy Places to Stay in Cortona Italy

Is Florence Worth Visiting? 11 Reasons to Visit Florence Italy [2023 Edition]

How to Spend One Day in Siena

15 Things to Do in Cortona: A Tuscan Town Worth Visiting in 2023

19 Best Tuscan Towns to Visit in Italy

11 Things to Do in Pienza (2023)

Netherlands Destination Guides + Itineraries

5 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Netherlands

Amsterdam Countryside in Netherlands – 4 Quaint Places to Visit in 2023

First Timers to Amsterdam – Top Things to Do

Day Trip to Utrecht – Making the Most of One Day (2023)

Haarlem Day Trip from Amsterdam: 15 Best Things To Do

Maastricht Day Trip – How to Spend One Day in this Charming Dutch Town

Portugal Destination Guides + Itineraries

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Don’t Take a Day Trip to Algarve from Lisbon, Do This Instead!

29 of the Most Beautiful Villages in Portugal

20 Most Instagrammable Places in Portugal

Coimbra Day Trip – A Perfect 1 Day Itinerary

Is Coimbra Worth Visiting? 9 Reasons to Visit Coimbra

The Top Christmas Markets to Visit in Portugal

17 Things to Do in Tavira – the Hidden Gem of the Algarve

How to Spend One Day in Evora with these 15 Things to See & Do

Top 15 Beaches in Algarve Portugal for 2023

Reasons You Need to Visit Alentejo Portugal

LISBON

15 Best Day Trips from Lisbon Portugal: Epic Tours to Take in 2023

Don’t Take a Day Trip to Algarve from Lisbon, Do This Instead!

7 Best Sintra Tours from Lisbon to Take in 2023

One Day in Lisbon: A Complete 1-Day Itinerary

How to Get to Quinta da Regaleira Sintra: 7 Magical Things to See

Lisbon to Cascais: a Fun-filled day with these 15 Amazing Things to Do

Your Amazing Lisbon 4 Days Itinerary

Baixa House is the Place to Stay in Lisbon

The Top Christmas Markets to Visit in Portugal

Guide to Visiting Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon in 2023

The Best Neighbourhoods in Lisbon

How to Get to Pena Palace from Lisbon in 2023

PORTO

15 Best Wine Tours in Porto to Experience in 2023

How Many Days in Porto Are Enough? Your 1 to 4+ Day Itinerary

What is Porto Famous For? 40 Fascinating Facts

3 Days in Porto – the Ultimate Portugal City Break

Is Porto Worth Visiting – 17 Reasons Why It Is!

A Douro Valley Wine Tour from Porto Portugal

The Top Christmas Markets to Visit in Portugal

Spain Destination Guides + Itineraries

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Paris vs Barcelona – Which City is Better to Visit?

17 Photos to inspire you to visit Queralbs Spain

Things you Need to Know Before you Go…to Spain!

Visit Vall de Núria with these 11 Amazing Things to Do in 2023

Breaking Down the Neighbourhoods in Barcelona

Trip Planning Resources

To help with your trip planning, I’m sharing my go-to resources.

Accommodations in Europe

Booking.com

Booking.com is my go-to for hotel searches around the world. They have over 2 million+ properties in 220+ countries – including boutique stays, hostels, and luxury properties.

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VRBO

VRBO is the leading marketplace for vacation rentals around the world. Over 2 million listings of vacation rentals in 190 countries – from city apartments to luxury villas.

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Plum Guide

Plum Guide is a boutique holiday rental marketplace whose vacation properties represent the Top 3% of all rentals in the marketplace in the UK and Europe.

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Read my review of Plum Guide, and find out why they are the better choice than Airbnb.

All-in-One Travel Resources

Trip Advisor

Travellers across the globe use TripAdvisor to discover where to stay, what to do, and where to eat based on the nearly billion reviews. Use Trip Advisor to find deals on accommodations, book experiences and book your reservation table at restaurants.

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Expedia

Expedia is one of the world’s leading full-service online travel brands, helping travellers easily plan and book trips with the broadest selection of vacation packages, flights, hotels, rental cars, rail cruises, activities, attractions and services.

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Transportation

Rail Europe

Rail Europe is the leading train provider in Europe. Travelling by train is the most effective way to travel from city to city.

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AutoEurope

AutoEurope allows you to compare prices from different car rental providers (e.g., Hertz, Sixt) and book direct on one platform.

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Rentalcars.com

Rentalcars.com is the world’s largest online car rental service with 8 million bookings a year across 160 countries with 24/7 service.

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Travel Insurance

SafetyWing Travel Insurance

I only recommend purchasing Europe travel insurance from SafetyWing – it’s the most cost-effective for general travellers and digital nomads. To determine which travel insurance is best for you, consider factors like the policy’s total cost, your deductible, the coverage you need, your medical benefits, and the insurance you already carry.

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