The 21 Best Warm European Destinations in January [for 2026]

The 21 Best Warm European Destinations in January [for 2026]

New Year, new you, new holiday destinations, anyone? If you’re looking to escape the more frigid clutches of other parts of Europe, don’t worry! Lovely warm European destinations in January are usually never more than a few hours’ plane ride away. Plus, prices for these Europe vacation spots in January are usually lower than they…

Colmar in Winter: 17 Fairytale & Festive Things to Do

Colmar in Winter: 17 Fairytale & Festive Things to Do

Colmar is possibly, just possibly, the most picturesque town in Alsace — a high distinction in a region that counts Riquewihr, Strasbourg, Kayserberg, and Eguisheim amongst its neighbors. Between its half-timbered colorful houses, its labyrinthine alleyways set along a canal, artisan shops — not to mention its cute cafés and rustic eateries — Colmar really…

Rovaniemi in March: Too Late For a Winter Visit? [My Thoughts]

Rovaniemi in March: Too Late For a Winter Visit? [My Thoughts]

If you’re wondering whether visiting Rovaniemi in March will still give you the classic winter experience, I’m here to answer with a pretty strong yes — only that there are a few things you ought to keep in mind. From my experience, March is a bit of a transitional month in the Arctic. The region…

9 Best Northern Lights Hotels in Norway to Chase the Aurora

9 Best Northern Lights Hotels in Norway to Chase the Aurora

Seeing the Northern lights is a true bucket list must, and the part of Norway north of the Arctic Circle is one of the best places in the world to tick it off your list! You can just as easily see the Northern Lights elsewhere in Northern Europe, like Swedish hotels or Finland glass igloos…