Rick Steves points out, in his Europe Travel Blog, that tipping, while second nature in the U.S., can come across as overly generous in many European locations. In places like France and Italy — two ...

Beginning in mid-2025, U.S. travelers to 30 European countries must apply for ETIAS authorization before departure. The application process is online, costs €7 (approximately $7.47), and is free for ...

When it comes to exploring Europe, train travel stands out as a superior choice for countless reasons. From convenience to sustainability, here's why millions of travelers are choosing rail over other ...

Europe has always held a kind of magic for me. It started with a well-worn travel book about Malta I found in the back of my grandmother’s closet, filled with handwritten notes and recipes she’d ...

Travel advisories have been released by authorities in many countries as the heat wave entered its third day. Katie Nadworny is an Istanbul-based writer who specializes in stories at the intersection ...

The European Union has delayed the implementation of its ETIAS travel authorization system to the end of 2026. The ETIAS is not a visa, but a travel authorization for short-term stays in the EU for ...

American travelers headed to the U.K. next year will need to fill out online authorizations ahead of their trips, as part of new rules that take effect in early January. Visitors to the European Union ...

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Americans traveling to Europe will soon have their fingerprints scanned and picture taken when they arrive in countries like France, Italy and Spain under new regulations being rolled out across the ...