My Travels in Europe
Honest reviews of cities, restaurants, and hotels across France, Italy, Spain, Germany and beyond — from someone who's actually been there.
Featured Destinations
Four countries. Dozens of cities. Hundreds of restaurants and hotels. Here are some favourite destinations from my European adventures.
Paris
City of Light, world-class bistros, and timeless beauty. The ultimate European city.
★★★★★ France
Rome
Ancient ruins, incredible pasta, and gelato that sets the gold standard. Simply unmissable.
★★★★★ Italy
Barcelona
Gaudí's genius, buzzing tapas bars, and a Mediterranean energy unlike anywhere else.
★★★★★ Spain
Bavaria
Fairytale castles, misty Alpine forests, and the warmest beer gardens in Europe.
★★★★★ Germany
Why Trust My Reviews?
I've been travelling Europe independently for over a decade — not on press trips, not with sponsored itineraries, but with my own map, budget, and curiosity. Every restaurant listed on this blog has been paid for with my own money. Every hotel bed slept in with no PR arrangement.
My ratings reflect genuine experiences — the spectacular and the disappointing alike. Because real recommendations have to be honest ones.
Recent from the Blog
My latest destination guides, restaurant discoveries, and hotel reviews from across Europe.
FRANCE · RESTAURANT REVIEW
The Best Bistros in Paris's Saint-Germain-des-Prés
A week of combing the Left Bank's backstreets for the most authentic bistros — steak frites, soufflé au chocolat, and honest wine lists.
August 2026
ITALY · HOTEL REVIEW
Sleeping in Rome: Boutique Hotels vs. Grand Classics
Six stays across different budgets and neighbourhoods — which Roman hotels truly deliver on the dream, and which are living off reputation alone.
July 2026
SPAIN · DESTINATION GUIDE
Tapas in Seville: Where to Eat Like an Andalusian Local
In the right Seville bars, tapas come free with your drink. I mapped the best streets in Triana and the old quarter — a full evening under €20 per person.
June 2026
Travel Tips at a Glance
Hard-won advice from a decade of European adventures to help you travel smarter.
Book Trains Early
Rail passes are romantic, but booking direct tickets 60–90 days ahead saves 40–60% on high-speed routes like Paris–Barcelona or Rome–Venice.
Eat Where Locals Eat
Walk two streets back from any major landmark. A menu in the local language and paper tablecloths are always a good sign — and prices drop by half.
Shoulder Season is Best
April–May and September–October bring pleasant weather, smaller crowds, and better hotel rates. Peak August in Rome or Barcelona is genuinely uncomfortable.
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