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From Gina’s travels
Christmas MarketsRiver Cruising · Europe · Christmas Markets
A Christmas markets river cruise isn't really just about cruising from one market to another. It's about watching centuries-old European cities change for Christmas, and arriving right in the middle of them.
7 min read
HistoryDestinations · Budapest · Prague
Two of Central Europe's most photogenic capitals, connected by a train ride through Slovakia.
6 min read
HistoryHidden Histories · Europe by Rail
A brief history of the continent's railways, and why they still shape the way we experience it.
5 min read
Hidden PlacesHidden Histories · Budapest
There's more under Castle Hill than most visitors ever see. Caves, cellars, and the war rooms.
5 min read
Travel AdviceBeyond the Guidebook · Firsthand Experience
A brochure can show you the trip. It can’t tell you how the trip will feel — and that’s the part that decides whether it was the right one for you.
6 min read