Utrecht photo by Olivia Mobbs. The first time anyone visits a European city like Copenhagen or Amsterdam, they notice the number of cyclists rolling along the streets. In many central Eu… Read More

Travelers who are thinking of investing in an electric vehicle get plenty of choices for 2023. Particularly, European automakers and their collaboration partners are introducing a range… Read More

An autobahn in Germany. A car – compact family car, campervan, motorhome – is the most common vehicle to conduct a road trip, although many travelers tour on a motorbike or b… Read More

On the trail to the Circle of Gavarnie. Southern France features plenty of destinations worth visiting, for instance, the city of Nice and the Riviera coast, Avignon, Lourdes, and St-Jea… Read More

Photo: Irmscher. The fully electric VW ID Buzz van has been a keenly awaited product since the prototype was introduced five years ago. Now, the vehicle is available in Europe: the model… Read More

Sea view camping in Zarautz, Basque Country, Spain. The cost of living varies in European countries, and to a certain degree, it is reflected on travel prices, like camping sites as well… Read More

Central France: the castles and villages of the Dordogne region. A tour of Europe is a journey that many travelers dream of. The key rule when planning a tour is: when in Europe, don&rsq… Read More

Vienna by Leyre. Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) annual liveability index for of the best and worst cities to live for 2022 features a few big changes in the ranking. When enti… Read More

Calpe. View to the town from the Ifach Rock. Costa Blanca is the name for a long stretch of Mediterranean beaches located in the state of Valencia, southeast of Spain. Costa Blanca&rsquo… Read More

Major improvement in road safety in Europe from 2010-2020. Source: Eurostat. If you have driven across Europe, crossing a number of country borders on the way, you probably have noticed… Read More

Wismar in Germany. Germany’s travel industry has made an offer that I find difficult to refuse. You can buy a ticket for 9 euros that is valid for one summer month 2022 in public t… Read More

Beauer 3X caravan on the road. Travelers who don’t want to invest in a campervan or motorhome, but hate towing a full size caravan behind their car could find the compact Beauer 3X… Read More

Archipelago in Marmaris, Turkey. Image by Feyza Dogan. The pandemic period was an excellent opportunity to save some money because travel and entertainment activities were seriously rest… Read More

Routes by Guia del Ocio. During our travels in Central and Southern Europe, I have been surprised to find out how popular activity hiking along the ancient pilgrim routes in France, Spai… Read More

Sweden in north Europe and Luxembourg in west Europe are two new countries that have managed to get one of their regions designated as a Unesco Global Geopark. Since 2004, Unesco has ann… Read More

Oodi Library, Helsinki. The capital of Finland, Helsinki, has gained a number of new sights during the last few years that already have proved to be tourist attractions. Six years ago, w… Read More

View from the slopes of Luz Ardiden, France. What on earth is it that attracts people to a mountain? Surely, some people are fascinated by the wilderness, and the beauty of untouched nat… Read More

KIev, Ukraine in 2017. Photo: Jorge Franganillo. Warren Zevon didn’t actually sing about war in his song Lawyers, Guns and Money, but problems caused by shady characters he hung ou… Read More

Gibraltar is an ancient settlement near the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula in South Europe. In clear weather, African continent is visible both for the people and for monkeys… Read More

Remote work is here to stay. For some people it means an opportunity to work from home without commuting to the office during the rush-hour, whereas others regard remote work as the perf… Read More

CarCamper bed in a small car. Having a campervan or motorhome opens a whole new world for travelers and outdoors lovers. You can visit cities, villages and stay by the sea or on mountain… Read More

Ski resorts are open in Europe, but skiers need vaccinations and tests Good news for skiers: there is plenty of snow on the Alps and the Pyrenees, and the ski resorts are open. Some extr… Read More

During the summer of 2021 it became obvious that many travelers had chosen their own cars, campervans and motorhomes to tour Europe instead of flying to a remote island faraway from home… Read More

VW has confirmed that the electric ID Buzz van will be available in Europe in 2022. Initially, VW is set to market two models: a passenger van and a cargo van. The exciting point for&hel… Read More

A moment in Paris. Photo: Michael Descharles. Why is it that time after time certain big cities rise to the top of tourist destination rankings? Both visitors and industry experts like t… Read More

Many countries in Europe realized the economic and cultural value of travel a long time ago. Regions that considered themselves as travel destinations advertised their attractions with p… Read More

A plaza in the Valencia city center. The annual European Capital of Smart Tourism competition is intended for cities in the EU region that want recognition for their work in making trave… Read More

Photo by Green Lahti Camperguru has ranked European countries by their camper travel Three best countries for campervan and motorhome trips in Europe are France, Spain and Germany accord… Read More

European Union has opened DiscoverEU web site where 18-20 year old EU citizens can apply for a free Interrail ticket. Interrail is a special train ticket that allows traveling for 30 day… Read More

Selfies outside the Cathedral of Murcia. Costa del Sol in Andalucia and Costa Blanca in Valencia are wildly popular sun, sea and fun destinations. Between these famous coastal areas lies… Read More

In summer, many traditional campsites in France are fully booked when families stay weeks in a site they know and love. Motorhome sites near well-known sights tend to be crowded as well… Read More

Nice, France. If you think you have seen it all because finding new exciting travel destinations in Europe feels challenging, Unesco comes to the rescue. The long list of World Heritage… Read More

Spanish reporter and motorcyclist Alicia Sornosa has completed a 3000 km / 1860 mile road trip on an electric bike. She started the journey from her home town Madrid in Spain, toured Swi… Read More

The country of autobahns and popular car models, Germany is among the leading regions in electric vehicle development. Enterprises are not only cranking out electric versions of Volkswag… Read More

Algarve Province on Portugal’s south coast has been a tourist magnet for so long that it has turned into a region of hotels and holiday apartments. Coastal villages and towns have… Read More

Up-to-date travel rules in EU countries The fastest way to cross borders in the EU region is to have a “EU Digital Covid Certificate” document on a phone. It specifies if you… Read More

For natural reasons, water is the most consumed drink in the world, but beer is the most loved drink that brings people together at cafe and bar tables. When we travel, the price of beer… Read More

The Cathedral, Plaza de la Reina. If you are planning your first visit to one of Europe’s trending city destination, Valencia, Spain, you may ponder where to go in the city. The tr… Read More

Lake Saimaa, FInland. Photo Miguel Virkkunen Carvalho. Unesco has designated eight new geoparks in 2021 in an unconventional manner. The pandemic has restricted international travel, mak… Read More

Many nature-loving campers are eagerly waiting for electric campervans that come with decent range. Tesla cars are renowned for their long range, but the company hasn’t produced a… Read More

Espelette, France in the Basque region. News for April 2021 EU countries officially agree to digital health pass, available by summer To make travel in Europe easier, EU has decided to i… Read More

Bridge between Copenhagen and Malmo. The first time I saw and drove across the Öresund bridge that connects Copenhagen in Denmark to Malmö in Sweden, I was so impressed that I… Read More

Accommodation for travelers in Bohus, Sweden’s southwest coast. A crisis like a worldwide pandemic inevitably causes many long-term changes. Governments, businesses, families and i… Read More

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A dedicated campervan or motorhome is a big investment that in many cases stands unused for months, just waiting for the next vacation. German enterprise Crosscamp is specialized in crea… Read More

Iceland by Ferdinand Stöhr. A village in Madeira Island has opened a center for digital nomads Madeira is a pretty, mountainous, green island in the Atlantic Ocean off the North Afr… Read More

Nissan has designed a vision for a stylish campervan that traveling professionals, digital nomads, can drive to a scenic place even outside paved roads, stop, and work and stay awhile in… Read More

Soon, railways are making a comeback in Europe if EU Commission’s new program The European Year of Rail succeeds in 2021. The program is an awareness campaign that aims at convinci… Read More

The long Brexit divorce process when the UK leaves the European Union has ended. The UK borders are not completely open for travelers anymore. From now on, when you are planning a trip t… Read More

Åre in Sweden. News from Europe to travelers A new class of night trains connect European cities More choices for train trips is good news for travelers who are concerned about the… Read More

Restaurants and cafes in Valencia old town. People who have moved overseas because of their work were asked to rank the city where they live in. The results are in for 2020, and the winn… Read More

Source: Remitly. People have had more time to be at home during 2020, and maybe with limited possibilities to travel, many have started to plana move overseas. Perhaps safety, work and s… Read More

Gothenburg, Haga neighborhood. The pandemic year 2020 has prompted many travelers to reconsider their travel habits and destinations. Why do I have to fly? Why is a remote destination im… Read More

Sunset in Sagres. The south coast of Portugal, Algarve, is a popular winter escape destination for northern and central Europeans. Many fly to Faro, the only airport of the province, but… Read More

News on travel destinations, gadgets and road trips Frequently updated list of travel restrictions in European countries The pandemic isn’t leaving us any time soon, but travel is… Read More

As electric cars, vans and trucks are slowly but surely becoming more common in road transport, also air travel is facing a new era. Airplanes powered by batteries that can produce energ… Read More

Valencia is Spain’s third largest city, but its location on the Costa Blanca by the Mediterranean Sea make it the most pleasant year-round destination. The city has good public tra… Read More

Vanlife – living and traveling in a campervan – is a relatively new trend that has been reported in media, but not much researched or surveyed. How many people really are int… Read More

Rovaniemi. Winter in Europe is full of snow if you head north or to high mountains, or sun and sea if you head south. Lonely Planet has ranked Europe’s top 10 winter destinations… Read More

Amazon has created an exceptional travel product that allows travelers to stay home, and follow a local guide who shows the agreed destination or, for instance, a cake recipe over the in… Read More

Touring Switzerland. Airbnb problems in France, road trip across Europe during pandemic, and Helsinki guide Coronavirus exposed a dirty secret in travel business: Ponzi-style schemes by… Read More

When someone is planning a move to a foreign city, considering a new destination where to work remotely, or simply scanning exciting cities to visit, a factor that may have an impact on… Read More

Tall buildings in the background are between two seas. In the 1960s, investors made a huge bet in a large beach resort that was built from scratch on a narrow strip of dunes. The first&h… Read More

Lviv, Ukraine. An unexpected global phenomenon like a pandemic causes immeasurable losses to economies in every country, but it also opens doors to changes. As the number of travelers ha… Read More

Adventures Overland, an Indian travel company for long road tours, is creating a bus trip of a lifetime for travelers who want to experience South Asia, China, Central Asia, Russia, Cent… Read More

Playa del Carmen by Vic Padilla. Traveling professionals who call themselves digital nomads work remotely, typically staying in a destination for a few weeks or a few months at a time. M… Read More

Helsinki, Finland. News on tourism, destinations, service, and tools Europe is on vacation, here is the result: The old continent is suffering from a wave infections The big countries in… Read More

Skagen Beach in Denmark. Photo by Lars-Göran Hedström. Instagram is so dominant social media service for sharing photos that trending hashtags and number of likes for images in… Read More

Albufeira. Vacation goers who want to stay near beaches, but in a town that is big enough to provide services, varying nightlife, shopping opportunities, and a wide selection of hotels a… Read More

Nordic countries are somewhat like islands, separated from the Continental Europe by the straits between Denmark and Sweden and by the Baltic Sea. Flying and driving (including one or tw… Read More

Lisbon city view by Celine Colin. The pandemic that triggered restrictions both for international and regional travel is still dangerous in some countries, but a number of European count… Read More

Florence at night by Kristoffer Trolle. Each year, Travel+Leisure asks its readers to vote for the best hotels, airlines, resorts, cruise lines, cities, car rentals, and even islands. In… Read More

One of the best aspects of traveling is to chat with local people. Without local language skills, however, even asking for help can be difficult in countries where mastering foreign lang… Read More

Autobahn A5 in southern Germany. EU to allow visitors from 14 countries in July European countries are opening their borders for travelers in July 2020 after the first wave of corona vir… Read More

Social media services, especially Facebook not trusted as news source. Source: Reuters Institute Digital News Report 2020 At first, it may feel strange that photo sharing service Instagr… Read More

Typing was a loud task at the time when writers used mechanical typewriters. You had to firmly hit the keys so that ink ribbon passed enough ink to a sheet of paper to form a… Mor… Read More

A cafe in Tavira, Portugal. If you travel for work, have adopted the lifestyle of a digital nomad, or simply access any online services that require you to login with personal credential… Read More

Photo by Sebastien Goldberg. News about ebooks, writing and travel Rick Steves about travel writing and the slow return Of European travel Travel professionals seem to agree that travel… Read More

Ebook sales growth at major bookstores and subscription services in April. Source: Publishdrive. Year 2020 may be remembered as a pandemic year, but it may also be remembered as the year… Read More

If you had read the Terms of Service for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Google, you would have realized how much data the online services collect about you. Well, you not the only one w… Read More

A planned Onyx Boox ereader with color E ink screen. The question “What is the best tablet with ereader screen” may mean something else for the person who presented it as it… Read More

Every traveler experiences a period when it is impossible to embark on a new trip. Perhaps the reason is too much work, too little money, sickness, or international border controls that… Read More

Feskekyrka (Fish Church) in Gothenburg, Sweden. As people in Nordic countries are planning their summer vacations, a frequently heard message is that they are thinking of a destination w… Read More

Image by Teodor Kuduschiev. Often, travelers like to compare prices of hotels nights and meals they have paid during their last trips, but expats, digital nomads, and other people who ar… Read More

Writers have enjoyed the possibilities of self-publishing ebooks for more than 10 years, and during that time indie writers and their works have become a mainstream phenomenon. Music mak… Read More

Sometimes, for one reason or another, our busy lives are interrupted with a tranquil period. It is the perfect moment to open that classic book you have been aiming to read for a long ti… Read More

Collabora Office on a phone. News on ebooks, writing and travel Take a Look How Europe’s Ruined Medieval Castles Come Back to Life A fascinating project by NeoMam Studios lets you… Read More

The most common tool for writing is a laptop or a high-end tablet for those who prefer handwriting and sketching. Both of these computers are general purpose devices that are good for ma… Read More

I lost my faith in Airbnb after I stayed in an apartment with misleading description and questionable reviews. After reporting the false information, Airbnb didn’t lift a finger to… Read More

Photo by Ali Yahya. Thailand often exists in people’s minds as a stereotypical tropical paradise, full of beaches, good food, and exciting Muay Thai matches. These stereotypes… Read More

Writers tend to research a myriad of topics for their manuscripts, whereas travelers like to research options for planned trips. Today, the tool most people use for finding information i… Read More

North train station in Valencia, Spain. In addition to managing life and work on the road, a traveler must organize life and work at home before leaving. Plenty of small things require a… Read More

Tromsö, Norway in Lapland. If you want to avoid all risks, your options for traveling the world are extremely limited. For venturing a little bit further than the neighborhood park… Read More

Every remote worker and digital nomad who works and travels knows the satisfied feeling when a reliable and secure internet connection has been successfully setup in a new destination. I… Read More

A sample page from travel guide The Gems of Nice and the French Riviera. People who haven’t visited the French Riviera may think that places like Cannes, Monaco, or Saint Tropez, a… Read More

Reading an ebook is a simple task: push a button or touch the screen to turn the page, and if you want larger font or another background color, open the settings. Keeping things simple i… Read More

News on ebooks, writing and travel Screen time: Conclusions about the apocalyptic effects of digital media are often incomplete, overstated A voice of reason about concerns of regularly… Read More

Most important revenue stream for my company going forward? (Source: Reuters Institute) Reuters Institute has published a survey on news business that highlights the key trends for 2020… Read More

World Heritage Sites map by Unesco. Unesco nominates destinations in all parts of the world as World Heritage Sites annually. Only the destinations that have outstanding universal value… Read More

Travelers who have visited a popular tourist destination during the high season surely have experienced never-ending crowds, time-consuming queues, and overpriced restaurants and shops… Read More