Unveiling the Charms of Calabria
by Linda M. Somma // Travel Designer // Italian Itinerary As a travel designer who has explored every corner of Italy, I can confidently say that Calabria is a hidden gem that everyone should...
How Much To Tip In Europe | Guide To Tipping In Europe By Country
Tipping in Europe is confusing since each country has its unique tipping customs and culture. This guide to tipping in Europe will cover everything travelers need to know about gratuity and tipping in...
Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Travel Backpack Review | My Real-World Test
Cotopaxi has made a name for itself with high-quality, brightly-colored luggage and outdoor apparel that’s sustainability-focused. I’ve also heard a lot of good things about Cotopaxi’s new Allpa 42L Travel Pack so like...
Aer Travel Pack 3 Review | My Hands-On, Travel-Tested Thoughts
If you follow The Savvy Backpacker, you know I’m a travel backpack dork so I was excited when Aer recently released the latest iteration of their popular AER Travel Pack. So how does...
How To Travel Solo In Europe | Your Guide To Solo Travel Planning
Many people are intimated by the thought of solo travel but plenty of people travel alone in Europe. In fact, my first backpacking Europe trip was a solo adventure and I’ve now done...
The Ultimate Guide To Using Credit Cards, Debit Cards, & ATMs in Europe
Using credit cards, debit cards, and ATMs in Europe has actually gotten a lot simpler, more user-friendly, and safer over the last few years—but there are still a few quirks you should know...
How Much Does It Cost To Travel Europe? | In-Depth Breakdown Real Travel Costs
Everyone who has ever dreamed of visiting Paris, London, Rome, Barcelona, and other great European cities has had the same question—how much does it cost to travel to Europe? Trying to wrap your...
The Best eSIM For Iceland | Prepaid Data Plan Buyer’s Guide
The cheapest way to get high-speed mobile data while traveling in Iceland is with a prepaid eSIM so don’t waste money using your current plan’s expensive international data service package (Iceland is expensive...
Europe Visa for American Citizens | ETIAS Travel Waiver Guide
Americans still don’t need a visa to visit Europe but beginning in 2024, all American citizens must register online with ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) before traveling to the European Union....
The Best eSIM For Denmark | Prepaid Data Plan Buyer’s Guide
A prepaid eSim data plan is an affordable and easy method of getting high-speed data while visiting Denmark (and the rest of Europe)—so don’t waste money on your plan’s expensive international data service...
