Whether you're looking to experience wine and cheese, taste as many macaroons as you can, admire the artists in Montmartre or just walk around the parks and gardens, Paris can provide a great time for any traveler. However, any trip requires preparation. Here are a few tips to ensure travel success and how to pack for Paris: Pro Tip: Before we get to what to pack for Paris, let us just … [Read more...] about What to Pack for Paris: From a Local Expert
Useful Spanish and Catalan Phrases to Know Before Your Trip to Barcelona
Knowing the local language can always help when traveling to a new place. Though many people speak English, here are some helpful Spanish and Catalan phrases to know before your trip to Barcelona to make your visit a little more cultured. Pro Tip: Barcelona is an amazing city best seen with a local guide. Check out our Barcelona tours and get some language tips from one of our expert … [Read more...] about Useful Spanish and Catalan Phrases to Know Before Your Trip to Barcelona
How to Use Public Transportation in Barcelona
While Barcelona is pretty walkable, public transportation in Barcelona is the cheapest way to get around the city. Here's a convenient guide to how to use the city's means of transportation. Barcelona’s Underground System Barcelona has three metropolitan systems of underground fast trains that allow you to cross the city in less than half an hour. The larger network, the “Metro” … [Read more...] about How to Use Public Transportation in Barcelona
The Top 10 Things to See in Paris
Paris can be a difficult city to navigate on your own, since there are so many neighborhoods and attractions to explore. To make planning your trip easier, one of our expert Paris guides has made a list of the most important places to visit during your vacation. Here, explore the Top 10 things to see in Paris. The BEST 10 Things to See in Paris Voilà! Here's la crème de la crème … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Things to See in Paris
Top Things to See in Versailles: Gold, Gardens, and Galleries
Versailles is a must-see if you’re in Paris. The history? Wild. The opulence? Over-the-top. But let’s be real, it’s not just about gawking at gold and marble—there’s some serious drama behind those walls. You can’t truly understand France without taking in Versailles, but don’t get too caught up in the fairy tale. The place is as much a symbol of decadence as it is a reminder of how that kind of … [Read more...] about Top Things to See in Versailles: Gold, Gardens, and Galleries
How to Choose the Best Tours in Venice – Local Picks 2025
Venice is unlike anywhere else in the world. Built on water, rich with mystery, and layered with centuries of art, politics, and trade, it can be both magical and overwhelming. That’s where a great tour makes all the difference. Based on our years of running guided experiences in Venice, here’s our firsthand guide to the best tours to take in Venice—and how to choose the right one for … [Read more...] about How to Choose the Best Tours in Venice – Local Picks 2025
