Europe

Finally taking that Eurotrip? Check out the advice, stories and tips I can offer after my half-dozen visits there, which have seen me visit Greece, Holland, Portugal, Spain and Switzerland and important tourist destinations like the Acropolis, Alhambra and the Sagrada Familia.

Are Eurail Passes Worth It?

Do Eurail passes actually save you money? And how flexible are they, anyway?

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Busted For Weed in Switzerland

Never assume you’ll get away with doing something illegal in even liberal foreign countries.

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Introducing Sintra, Portugal

Don’t let its location in the sterile suburbs fool you: Sintra is absolutely steeped in authentic Portuguese character.

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The Port Wineries of Porto, Portugal

The next time you travel in Portugal, make a beeline for the port wineries near the city of Porto.

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Cost of Travel in Amsterdam

Although a trip to the Netherlands isn’t going to set you back as much as travel to Switzerland or Norway, certain aspects of travel in Amsterdam are expensive, even by European standards.

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Amsterdam for Non-Smokers

Just as you don’t need to hire a hooker to enjoy the city’s sleazy Red Light District, you can have the time of your life in Amsterdam without inhaling a single puff of weed smoke — first-hand, anyway.

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Lisbon Travel Photos: The Origin

Whether you consider it a must-visit tourist destination or one of the most significant societies in Western history, Lisbon is the origin of whatever Portugal means to you.

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Why I’m in Love With Athens

Athens is a city you’re sure to fall in love with, even if your sweetheart isn’t in the Greek capital with you.

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Madrid’s Incredible Parque del Buen Retiro

Whatever your usual opinion on city parks, make sure to visit Parque del Buen Retiro next time you’re in Madrid — I promise you’ll be thrilled you did.

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