Abbey of San Galgano, Italy: Off The Beaten Path
One of Tuscany's most famous monasteries lies in beautiful ruins: the San Galgano Abbey. Sitting in a golden field with cypress trees dotting the property, the Abbey of San Galgano holds onto its Italian Gothic-Cistercian architecture, if only by the
5 European Winter Vacations
With the Alps winding their way through a sizable chunk of the continent, you’re spoiled for choices when it comes to winter vacations in Europe. Even those who don’t typically thrive in a snowy environment like the Alps will be
Casa de Campo, Spain: Off The Beaten Path
El Retiro may be Madrid’s most visited park, but Casa de Campo is its largest at roughly 4,257 acres, roughly five times the size of New York City’s Central Park. This sprawling bit of land was a hunting ground for
9 Relaxing Vacations Throughout Europe
By its nature, travel whisks you away from the stressors of everyday life. However, some vacations are certainly more relaxing than others. While waking up bright and early to tour the Vatican before the crowds flood through the doors in
Borgo Medievale Turin, Italy: Off The Beaten Path
On the banks of the Po River, Borgo Medievale Turin transports visitors to the days in Piedmont of drawbridges, courtyards, and knights in shining armor. As an open-air museum, and nestled within the Valentino park, families can wander through the
7 Italy Honeymoon Destinations
From glowing sunsets over the undulating vineyards of Tuscany to candlelit dinners serenaded by the gentle waves brushing the Amalfi Coast, everything about Italy screams romance. Every step through cobblestone streets of grand cities like Rome and quaint towns like
Venetian Arsenal, Italy: Off The Beaten Path
Existing in part as early as the 8th century, the Venetian Arsenal is a vast complex of shipyards and armories now open to the public for exploration. Featuring outdoor spaces and a walking bridge, possibly the most interesting feature on
3 Austria Honeymoon Destinations
Notorious as one of the most expensive countries to visit in Europe, Switzerland’s hefty price tag often wards off couples just starting their lives together and looking to celebrate. However, its next-door neighbor offers a lot of its most beloved
Las Letras, Spain: Off The Beaten Path
Located near Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s Las Letras neighborhood is easy to wander into on accident, but is also well worth spending some intentional time in. As largely pedestrianized area, you can meander down the streets and
3 United Kingdom Honeymoon Destinations
Not well known for a sunny climate and luxurious beaches, the United Kingdom often goes overlooked as a honeymoon destination, but history buffs and charming countryside enthusiasts would be hard-pressed to find somewhere better-suited for celebrating their new marriage. These
