Join me as we tour Venice, one of the great cities of Europe, on foot. Venice walking tours are a fantastic way to explore the city of a thousand canals. Obviously, before we visit, we research by reading, doing internet searches, and talking to others to prepare for our destination. These activities are all worth […]
Fantastic Things to Do in Lake Como
Lake Como is a beautiful lake area in northern Italy, less than an hour north of Milan. The beautiful mountainous landscapes surrounding the beautiful inverted Y-shaped lake are a slice of paradise. Some of the best-known towns are Como, Bellagio, Menaggio, Lenno, Tremezzo, and Varenna, but there are many more to explore around the lake. […]
Best Places to Visit in Tuscany
Join EuropeUpClose as we take a journey to some of the best places to visit in Tuscany. We will begin in Florence, then drive to San Gimignano with a stop at the fabulous Antinori nel Chianti Classico Winery. From San Gimignano we venture to the compelling town of Siena with its fantastic cathedral and famous horse […]
Best Things to Do in Bilbao for Art Lovers & Foodies
Bilbao, the largest city of the Spanish Basque country, bordered by the Bay of Biscay to the North and sitting on the banks of the delightful river Nervion, is a location with many faces. Until you have actually stepped foot into the city, as I did last week, you won’t even realize that you could […]
Famous Food of Portugal: Top 10 Portuguese Dishes Recommended by a Local
Being a Portuguese and a seasoned traveler, if there is ONE thing I always miss when traveling abroad is my country’s food. I know it sounds a bit pretentious, but I have traveled all around the world and I still believe that in my country, Portugal, we have one of the best culinary scenes in […]
7 Most Popular Camino de Santiago Routes
The Camino de Santiago or the Way of St. James is one of the most popular pilgrimage routes in the world. Since the Middle Ages, pilgrims from all over the world have been walking the Camino de Santiago routes leading to Santiago de Compostella in Spain. Nowadays hundreds of thousands of people every year complete […]
Honeymoon in Italy – The Most Romantic Places in Italy
Discover the Most Romantic Places in Italy What could be more romantic than a honeymoon in Italy to some of Italy’s most romantic cities – Bellissimo! From the most famous cities to lesser-known romantic destinations, continue reading and swoon over all the incredibly romantic places you can visit in Italy and add them to your […]
14 Best Things To Do in Barcelona Spain – Recommended by a Local
Barcelona is definitely one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. No wonder that the Catalan capital attracts Millions of visitors every year and is one of the most-visited cities worldwide. It’s because there are so many things to do in Barcelona. And who visits this beautiful Mediterranean city once is likely to come back. […]
Weekend in Barcelona: 3 Day Itinerary
Barcelona 3 Day Itinerary for the Perfect Weekend in Barcelona Barcelona, the capital of the Catalonia region in Spain, is a city filled with ancient Roman history, jaw-dropping architecture, and contagious positive energy. The Spanish city is a popular weekend getaway destination, so let me share the perfect Weekend in Barcelona – 3 Day itinerary […]
Plan Your Algarve Camping Trip
Discover the Algarve Coast The Algarve is Portugal’s southernmost region, characterized by long stretches of coastline and consistent year-round sunshine. Camping is the perfect way to explore the Algarve Coast. In this post, we will give you tips and info to plan your Algarve camping trip. Popular with holidaying families in summer, the area remains […]