Sponsored post International Pocket WiFi - The Perfect Travel Wifi for Europe and Beyond Finding WiFi when you are traveling can be frustrating. The WiFi in hotels and AirBnBs is often less than ideal. Roaming charges can put a serious dent in your vacation budget and hunting down free WiFi is not fun either. Changing your sim card is an option, but you have to figure that out for ... Read Full Article
3 Reasons Why You Should Book Your Europe Vacation TODAY
3 Reasons Why You Should Book Your Europe Vacation TODAY Thank you, Travelocity for sponsoring this post on EuropeUpClose about why you should book your Europe Vacation TODAY. While this was a sponsored opportunity from Travelocity, all content and opinions expressed here are my own. Do you have vacation plans for this summer yet? Summer is approaching quickly and soon prices for flights and ... Read Full Article
Allianz Travel Insurance Review – Is this the RIGHT one for you?
Allianz Travel Insurance: Multiple Trip/Annual Plan 5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Allianz Travel Insurance for your Family!"If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel!" This is one of the top tips I give anyone who asks me about traveling. And my personal recommendation is Allianz Travel Insurance, and especially their Multiple Trip Travel Insurance because it is so ... Read Full Article
Best of EuropeUpClose in 2017 & A Big Reveal for 2018
A Year in Review & A Big Reveal for 2018 2017 is coming to an end, and like most people during this time of sparkly lights, festive parties, and scrumptious Holiday buffets, I like to reflect on the past year. Was it good? Was it bad? What can I do better in the coming year? For me, 2017 was a great year. I cannot believe that I am getting close to my 1 year anniversary as the new Editor ... Read Full Article
Remember when Flying was Fun? It still is with Singapore Airlines!
Can Flying still be Fun? Singapore Airlines Review Do you remember the days when flying was still fun and something you would actually look forward to? Yes, that was a long time ago, right? But recently, I had a flight experience that reminded me of how it used to be. I flew from Los Angeles to Singapore (via Seoul) on my recent trip to Indonesia and here is my full Singapore Airlines review and ... Read Full Article
The Best Travel Destinations for Beach and Culture Lovers
Sponsored Post Beach and Culture Travel Destinations The Best Travel Destinations for Beach and Culture Lovers If you travel in a group or with your loved one, you often have to make compromises. One might like an active adventure trip to the mountains, while the other wants to relax on the beach or go visit historic sites and museums. And most of us want to spend a few days relaxing on ... Read Full Article
Chance to win $ 150 Amazon Gift Card: EuropeUpClose 2017 Audience Questionnaire
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Ferry Port Towns in France
Sponsored post 5 Ferry Port Towns In France Perfect For Short Breaks From UK Slowly but surely, more travelers than ever before are beginning to explore ‘alternative’ French town and cities, outside the usual tourist staples. France is an incredibly large, diverse and rewarding country for visitors, though as is often the case, some of the biggest delights of all take a little more tracking ... Read Full Article
A New Year and Some Big Changes for EuropeUpClose
As we start a new year, we are also starting a new chapter at EuropeUpClose. We have a new Editor-In-Chief and Owner, Maria Haase. Below is a message from Terri and Bill about the transition and a welcome note from Maria. To our wonderful followers of EuropeUpClose, We have transferred EuropeUpClose (EUC) to a very talented blogger who intends to keep EUC going and make it even more ... Read Full Article
10 Reasons to Take a Mediterranean Cruise
10 Reasons to Take a Mediterranean Cruise Is taking a Mediterranean cruise really the best way to explore this part of Europe? Luckily for you, we have compiled a list of reasons why booking a Mediterranean cruise could be your ticket to holiday heaven. Among other things, you will find that luxury cruise ships are adorned with desirable suites, Wi-Fi, multiple restaurants, spa/gym facilities ... Read Full Article