Europe Travel Blog Archive | Dan Flying Solo

All, Czech Republic, Destinations, Europe, Wellness, Winter and Off Season

Warm winter waters: soaking in the spas and history of Karlovy Vary

Karlovy Vary is a beautiful spa destination in the Czech Republic black forest. Explore the history and culture while soaking in warm waters.

Christmas lights and a church in Seiffen ore Mountains

All, Art and Culture, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events, Germany, Off the beaten path, Winter and Off Season

Traditions, toys and all the trimmings: Christmas in Seiffen and the Ore Mountains

If you want a winter wonderland style Christmas vacation, then look no further than the town of Seiffen. The Ore Mountains are the perfect Christmas trip.

The Jesuit College and St Barbara's Church

All, Czech Republic, Destinations, Europe, Wellness

Czech Republic day trips from Prague: Karlovy Vary, Kutna Hora & Konopiste

The three K's, Karlovy Vary, Kutna Hora & Konopiste Castle, make fantastic day trips from Prague or even Czech Republic weekends away in their own right.

All, Asia, Destinations, Europe, Turkey

Turkey is open for summer 2020: 3 dreamy destinations for 3 types of traveller

Turkey is open for travellers in 2020, but if you want a summer holiday where should you go? Here are some ideas!

All, Art and Culture, Destinations, MCRxLDN, Photography

Literacy lovers hideouts: Breathtaking libraries worth travelling for

If books, grand architecture and incredible public spaces bring you joy then these libraries worth travelling for should take centre stage on your travel plans.

The beautiful gold decoration of the Großer Saal in Mozart Foundation

All, Art and Culture, Austria, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events

Sounds of Salzburg: a year-round music festival spectacle

Salzburg is truly the city of classic music, but while the Salzburg Festival may be the most famous, there are year-round concerts to enjoy!

Adventure, All, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Destinations, Europe, Off the beaten path, Wildlife and Nature

Why Bosnia and Herzegovina should be your next Europe adventure

Bosnia and Herzegovina is still an underrated hidden gem in Europe but there are so many reasons to visit Bosnnia and Herzegovina!

A yellow Kayak on Lake Levico in Valsugana

All, ByRoad, Destinations, Europe, Italy, Off the beaten path, Wellness

Reasons to visit Trentino: my favourite Italian region you need to discover

The Trentino region in northern Italy captured my heart. Here are some of the reasons to visit Trentino and things do when you arrive at this hidden gem!

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Italy, liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, San Marino

Mini adventures in micro countries: a quick guide to Europe’s smallest nations

Adventures come in all shapes and sizes, and as Europe's smallest nations show us, big doesn't always mean better. Here are six tiny countries to visit!

Accommodation, Adventure, All, Destinations, Europe, Greece, Islands and Beaches, Responsible Tourism

Forget flying: How I’m planning a dream private yacht sailing trip around the Greek Islands

Sailing around the beautiful greek islands on a private yacht might sound incredibly expensive, but with peer-to-peer renting it's getting more affordable.

The view of old town Bansko and the snowy mountains

Accommodation, All, Bulgaria, Destinations, Europe, Winter and Off Season

Learning to ski in Bansko, Bulgaria with Snomads: Affordable Europe Skiing for all levels

Bansko in Bulgaria is an affordable europe Ski resort with a beautiful old town. It's ideal for skiing in Europe for all levels, and a great destination.

The start of the torchlight procession in Edinburgh

All, City Breaks, Destinations, edinburgh, Europe, Festivals and Events, Scotland, UK, Winter and Off Season

Edinburgh’s Hogmanay: The best place to party for New Year’s Eve?

From flames burning at the torchlight procession, to a celebrity led midnight party – Edinburgh's Hogmanay is one of the best NYE parties in the world!