In the heart of Budapest right next to the city’s swankiest neighborhood sits an area some might deem an eyesore. Their assessment wouldn’t necessarily be inaccurate, as the Old Jewish Quarter has ...

It would be nearly impossible to create a list of influential Irish writers without including the one and only, James Joyce. One of the most important literary minds of the 20th century, his impres...

What do May 1 and October 3 have in common? If you are planning a trip to Germany, you should be aware that those are both national public holidays, which means most stores – including grocery stor...

An almost straight shot West some three hours drive from Dublin, a visit to Galway feels a little like stepping back in time. It’s not unusual to hear a bit of Gaelic thrown around in the pubs and ...

Salvador Dalí, one of the most prominent surrealist painters the world has ever seen, was a unique character both in his artistic and personal life. His upbringing and career were based mostly arou...

Forgo the rental car for the local option. When you travel to Switzerland, you’ll cover ground faster if you use the Swiss Travel System. Most towns are connected to the train system, which connect...

Dublin is undoubtedly the capital of pub and a visit without at least a pint of the black stuff (Guinness to non-natives), is like taking a trip to Italy without overindulging on pizza or pasta. Pu...