The names Great Britain and United Kingdom are often used interchangeably, but are not actually synonymous. Here’ a visual to help you remember.

I was having dinner with a friend, discussing our ages and she observed that if we take one big holiday a year that means there are only about twenty vacations left before we’re unable to travel.

One year ago, Adam and I were cruising the Danube River during the Christmas season. Christmas markets are a tradition in Europe, but Austrians put on a festive spectacle like no other.

Forget The Sound of Music - the best Hollywood movie set in Austria is Amadeus.

Bärenwirt offers rustic and typically Austrian home cooking, from beef goulash to cheese dumplings and the best schnitzel in Salzburg.

Known for his daring and aggressive style, the Austrian skier - affectionately known as The Kaiser -  captured gold in a heart-pounding race that has since become iconic.

Years ago I visited Nordkapp (North Cape), perched at the very north edge of the European continent. This time was different.

Norway is determined to protect its coastline and has set timelines for all ships to adapt their fleets. Here’s how it may affect your plans to visit Norway.

Friluftsliv [pronounced free-loots-leaf] is a delightful concept from Norway. It's all about embracing the outdoors and immersing oneself in nature for relaxation, reflection, and rejuvenation.

Like the United Kingdom, these northern European countries have overlapping languages, cultures and ethnic groups. The names used to collectively identify them can also be confusing.

It is one of the world’s most famous artworks, a universal symbol of anxiety and it even has its own emoji 😱. Here are some clues to understanding Edvard Munch’s most celebrated motif.

Oslo has evolved from a Viking village to become a thriving modern city, brimming with museums, art, and entertainment. Here's one of many possible outings to explore Oslo.

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