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How to Spend 1 Day in Brno | 1 Day Brno Budget Itinerary
Brno is the best day trip from Prague. It’s not as well-visited as Kutná Hora and Český Krumlov, but has much to see!

The Wonderfully Weird: The Bears of Český Krumlov
Český Krumlov’s royal castle has a unique site… bears! Bears have been living in the castle for centuries, and castle visitors can see them! Talk about royalty!

How to Spend 3 Days in Brussels | 3 Day Brussels Budget Itinerary
Brussels is an interesting city with lots to do! Here’s how to spend 3 days in Brussels—on a budget!

How to Spend 3 Days in Budapest | 3 Day Budapest Budget Itinerary
Budapest is a budget-friendly travel destination! Here’s how you can spend 3 days in Budapest and see it all!

How I Handled My First Solo Trip
Afraid to take the plunge and travel solo? So was I. Read all about the precautions I took and what I did to ensure a successful solo vacation.

How to Spend 1 Day in Malmö | 1 Day Malmö Budget Itinerary
The perfect day trip from Copenhagen is Malmö, Sweden! Here’s how to spend one day in Malmö on a budget!

My Biggest Study Abroad Mistakes
I had never left the continent when I set across to ocean to Prague for a four-month study abroad. And for someone who was really,

How to Spend 4 Days in Venice | 4 Day Budget Venice Itinerary
Ever wondered how to spend 4 days in Venice on a budget? Here’s how to see everything in this city, including attractions, hotels and restaurants.

Top Prater Rides and Their History
Vienna’s Prater is the world’s oldest amusement park. Here are 4 top Prater rides, (really, the best rides in Prater) for only €22,50.
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