Europe Travel Blog Archive | Dan Flying Solo

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, The Netherlands

A long-weekend in The Hague, the perfect Europe city-break?

A long weekend in The Hague packs a punch with chic beach clubs, golden sands, Dutch brews, great dining, history, culture, museums and of course, canals!

All, ByRoad, Destinations, Europe, UK

My favourite places to travel in England

Cities, beaches, pre-historic fossils and incredible architecture... don't skip these amazing places in England.

A street in Beamish Museum, with old fashioned shops and tram rails

All, Destinations, Europe, UK

The best museum in England? Why Beamish in Durham is a must-visit

The Living Museum of the North, Beamish is an amazing place where history comes alive in an interactive way. It is hands down the best museum I've visited!

All, Art and Culture, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Responsible & Eco Tourism, Stories & Faces, The Netherlands

An eye-opening visit to The Hague during the Peace and Justice weekend

Every year The Hague, known as the city of peace and justice, opens its most important institutions to the public, providing the perfect chance to learn.

Adventure, All, Destinations, Europe, Italy, Off the beaten path, Wellness, Wildlife and Nature

Exploring Emilia Romagna: Comacchio canals, Po Delta Flamingos, and forested cycling escapes

Explore the charming canals of Comacchio, the flamingos of the Po Delta, or head deep into the forest for a cycling adventure in the Emilia Romagna countryside.

All, Art and Culture, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Italy

Things to do in Emilia Romagna: 15 must visit places and experiences

Emilia Romagna is a stunning region of Italy where tiny villages of colourful houses, amazing foods, supercars and buzzing cities come together.

A cathedral in Kyiv Ukraine framed by an art stool on the bottom right

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Ukraine

One day in Kyiv, Ukraine: the surprising city that deserved more than a stopover

One day in Kyiv was certainly not enough, but it still allowed me time to sample the culture, architecture and leafy vibes of the Ukrainian capital.

All, Art and Culture, Destinations, Europe, Italy, Off the beaten path, Wellness

Apples, aristocrats and alpine lakes: visiting Val di Non in Trentino

Inside the verdant green orchard style valley of Val Di Non, in Trentino, Northern Italy, awaits castles, mirror like lakes and culinary treats.

All, Destinations, Europe, France

Ten weekend break destinations in France that aren’t Paris

France is so much more than the city of love, so be sure to consider these ten other beautiful destinations for your weekend trip to France.

The white-washed cliff buildings stick out over the blue ocean of Polignano a Mare

All, Art and Culture, ByRoad, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Italy

Epic Puglia and Lombardy Italy two week road trip itinerary: South to North

The north and south of Italy both offer diverse and different landscapes and activities. Double your journey to Italy by visiting both Puglia and Lombardy.

A beautiful theatre with stools and balconies in Mantua Italy

All, Art and Culture, ByRoad, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Italy, Photography

Things to do in Lombardy, Italy: a photo guide to this fantastic region

From the stunning nature of Lake Garda and Como, to the art and architecture of amazing city's, the Lombardy region of Italy packs a punch!

A line of white washed Trullo with conical roofs in Alberobello Puglia

All, ByRoad, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Italy, Photography

Things to do in Puglia, Italy: a photo guide to Italy’s dazzling heel

Top things to do in Puglia, such as Alberobello, Lecce, Locorotondo and Polignano a Mare. Discover the stunning region in the 'heel' of Italy's boot.

Rooftops of an Puglian town with a church tower in the foreground

All, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Italy, Off the beaten path

In the hills of Foggia, Puglia: Watermills, orecchiette, and authentic mountain towns

Discover an authentic side to Puglia, Italy by heading to the mountains. From watermills making pasta to the towns of Bovino and Sant'Agata di Puglia.

All, Art and Culture, ByRoad, Destinations, Europe, Off the beaten path, Spain

A cultural tour through the Region of Murcia: Cartagena, Murcia & Lorca

The region of Murcia, in Spain, might not be the most visited in the country, but there are plenty of things to do in Murcia away from the coast.

All, Art and Culture, Destinations, Europe, Italy, Off the beaten path

Curious about Cremona, Italy: a city of vintage violins, mustard fruit and sweet surprises

Cremona, in the Lombardy region of Italy, might be most famous for its violin production, but is it still worth a visit beyond the stringed instruments?

An outside restaurant in the white streets of Locorotondo Puglia

All, Art and Culture, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Italy, Off the beaten path

Italy off the beaten path: 25 hidden gems in Italy

Discover some of the best hidden gems in Italy. I love getting off the beaten path in Italy with so many colourful and dreamy destinations to explore.

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Spain

Solo in Seville: a weekend in Spain’s sassiest city

Seville is one of the most distinctive cities I've ever visited, it's photogenice, ideal for solo travel, and there are countless things to in Seville.

All, Destinations, Europe, UK

London 101: 101 Bucket List things to do in London

Rooftop bars, incredible museums, hidden history and quirky hotels, here is your London bucket-list with 101 things to do in London.

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

Ten awesome adventure activities in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Adrenaline junkies rejoice, Bosnia and Herzegovina is packed with adventure activities. From rafting to hiking, enjoy your epic without the crowds!

Adventure, All, Destinations, Europe, Greece, Islands and Beaches, Off the beaten path

Visiting the volcanic island of Nisyros, a lesser known gem in Greece

The volcanic island of Nisyros in Greece is just a short boat ride from Kos. Step back in time, sleep at villages on the volcano edge, and venture to the crater.