If you haven’t been to San Sebastián, or perhaps you’ve never heard of it, now is the time to add it to your bucket list. Whether you make it there during the peak of summer...
Tag: Europe
Where to Go in Europe When Life’s Being a Real Beach
We all have “those” moments, the kind where you spill coffee down your shirt en route to an important meeting or sleep through your alarms the morning of an exam. Let’s face it, life can...
Ordering Coffee While Travelling
Picture this: you’re on the road, and your daily routine is all out of whack. You’re suffering from jet-lag, you’ve been eating strange foods and yet you keep it together because you’re on the trip...
7 of the Best Beach Parties Around the World
There’s thousands of incredible beaches scattered across the globe from Sydney to Ko Pha Ngan to Miami. But what makes a great beach even greater? A roaring party. Beaches are the perfect destination to party...
21 Incredible Places in Europe (that aren’t London or Paris)
It's that time of year again when people are dreaming about everything from vacation days to weekend getaways. As always, Europe is a natural top choice when it comes to planning the trip of lifetime....
An Open Letter to Contiki
Dear Contiki, Several years ago you changed my life. Even though we don't talk anymore, it's time I told you my side of the story. I was working in Alberta a few years ago and...
The European’s Baker Dozen: 13 Treats to Eat in Europe
Updated on February 15, 2022 As a former Contiki Trip Manager, I've enjoyed my fair share of European delicacies. I've been lucky enough to lead over 1000 travellers through Europe, eating and laughing our away...
Which Festival is Right for You?
One of the biggest decisions you can make when planning you dream Eurotrip is which festival to wrap into your itinerary. There are so many spectacular festivals to choose from -- you've got your beer festivals, music festivals,...
10 Facts You Didn’t Know About the Eiffel Tower
When you hear the word Paris, what’s the first image that pops in your head? For some it may be a french baguette or a delicious macaroon, but for most it’s the famous architectural icon: the...
Heard it on the Grapevine: Wine in Europe
Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay - of course, these are your standard go-to wines. But what happens when you open a wine list at the little taverna on your dreamy, well-earned Mediterranean escape, and how awkward!...