When approaching Portugal as a traveler, it’s tempting to see the country as a binary.
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The World’s Sweetest Wine Region
I wasn’t sure what to think of the Douro Valley as I drove into it from Porto.
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Portugal’s Potent One-Two Punch
Both Lisbon and Porto are worth visiting if you have time.
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How to Fall in Love With Lisbon
Sizing Lisbon up before you’ve been there isn’t necessarily easy.
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Norway’s Queen Cit(ies)
For me, Oslo vs Bergen isn’t an especially close contest.
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Spain, But With Your Own Set of Wheels
There are some situations where having a car makes it much easier to get around in Spain than it would be otherwise.
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Italy for Any Traveler
Does it get any better than travel to Italy?
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Is Reykjavik Worth Visiting?
Iceland is great for many things, but cities and urban life are not generally among them.
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The Truth About Driving in Iceland
Do you need a car in Iceland?
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Should You Visit Dubrovnik or Split?
Today, I invite you to focus on a single (but very important) question.
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The Truth About Sardinia
First impressions are valid—and important—even if we can all admit they shouldn’t be the last word.
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Three Breathtaking Days in Bergen
Europe’s supposedly wettest city is a constant source of sunshine as I look back on my travels.
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Paris Starts Here
Paris has a way of charming you in every moment you spend there.
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The Truth About Helsinki
Helsinki is many things, but an essential travel destination isn’t one of them.
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Stunning Scandinavia in Just Two Weeks
Scandinavia is the most expensive place to travel in Europe—but it’s also one of the most rewarding.
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Is Zaragoza Worth Visiting?
As it turns out, a singular focus can create room for manifold travel discoveries.
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