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Winter Sports
How to Find the Very Best Skiing in Europe
From the Alps to the Dolomites, Europe offers an unrivaled selection of slopes for ski and snowboard fun.
December 1, 2023 12:48 PM
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Mary Novakovich
Outdoor Adventure
3 Ways to Experience Innsbruck, the Capital of the Alps
Whether you’re an artist, athlete, or historian, Innsbruck offers discoveries for all.
Sponsored by
Austria Tourism
Holiday Travel
Where to Find Europe’s Most Festive, Unique, and Family-Friendly Christmas Markets
Visit craft-filled wooden stalls, sip mulled wine and hot chocolate, and take in the glittering lights at these nine Christmas markets.
October 18, 2025 04:54 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Trending News
Croatia Joins Schengen, Europe’s Free Travel Zone
As of January 1, 2023, you’ll no longer need to go through passport control when traveling between Croatia and 26 other European countries.
December 8, 2022 01:02 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Trains
8 Exciting New Sleeper Train Routes Launching Across Europe
Paris to the Alps, Rome to Munich, Amsterdam to Milan—combining overnight accommodation and transport in one, night trains are the smart, scenic, and fun way to travel throughout Europe.
December 8, 2025 06:16 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Trending News
Travel Advisors on How Best to Maximize Your Federal Vacation Days—and Where to Go to Avoid Crowds When You Do
When considering Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Labor Day, Veterans Day, and Thanksgiving, travel advisors and experts offer their advice on how to plan crowd-free trips around key federal holidays.
January 28, 2026 06:18 PM
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Terry Ward
Cities We Love
This European Capital Was Just Rated the Most Livable City in the World
Where’s the best place in the world to live? The Economist Intelligence Unit has released its annual index of the world’s most livable cities, and this European capital of cool—known for its canals, cuisine, and biking culture—tops the list.
June 26, 2025 07:14 PM
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Bailey Berg
Trains
Why a Night Train Should Be on Your Next Europe Itinerary
Sleeper trains are gaining momentum throughout the continent, thanks to a boom in demand for environmentally friendly travel and new political backing.
March 4, 2024 09:24 AM
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Catherine Bennett
Trains
Europe to Revive Several International Night Train Routes
Four European train operators plan to re-establish sleeper train routes between major cities like Paris and Vienna starting December 2021.
December 18, 2020 04:09 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Food + Drink
This is One of the Best Ways to Experience Madrid’s Historic Food Scene
Try local flavors in the highly walkable Madrid de Los Austrias, an underrated cultural district that’s one of Madrid’s first neighborhoods.
Sponsored by
Madrid City Tourism
May / June 2021
Inside the Thrilling, Slightly Terrifying World of Austrian Hut-to-Hut Hiking
In Austria, where the Alps cover 62 percent of the country, hiking is just a part of regular life. An intrepid American writer laces up his boots.
April 13, 2021 05:37 PM
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Chris Colin
Hotels
Hotel Watchlist: Summer Openings Smart Travelers Should Know About
Afar’s resident hotel expert shares the summer 2024 openings that are worth a special trip.
May 31, 2024 01:48 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
River Cruises
You’ll Soon Have a Lot More Options for Taking a European River Cruise
With new ships being launched by ocean cruise line Celebrity and National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions, European river cruising is undergoing a fresh wave of expansion and reinvention. Will there be room enough for everyone?
April 2, 2026 06:07 PM
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Jeri Clausing
River Cruises
The Secret to Exploring Europe’s Popular Christmas Markets That Most People Don’t Know About
Gingerbread and mulled wine, artisan crafts, and festive lights—there’s a wonderful way to be delivered directly to Europe’s enchanting holiday markets in comfort and style.
November 4, 2024 07:20 PM
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Fran Golden
Tips + News
Vienna Airport Is Offering 190 Euro Coronavirus Tests for Travelers to Avoid Quarantine
Upon arrival at Vienna International Airport, passengers can pay to undergo immediate COVID-19 testing—and if their results are negative, they can skip the required 14-day quarantine.
May 6, 2020 03:54 PM
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Sarah Buder
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