by Elias Siegelman | Sep 22, 2025
Europe’s historic cities, winding streets, and cultural treasures attract millions of visitors each year, yet many trips end before they begin because passports fail border checks. A document that seems valid at home may not meet the region’s strict standards....
by Elias Siegelman | Sep 20, 2025
Europe is full of cities known worldwide, but some of the most rewarding destinations are those travelers expect less from. These places combine history, culture, food, and scenery in ways that surprise visitors again and again. They are not always the largest or most...
by Elias Siegelman | Sep 20, 2025
Europe is filled with world-famous attractions, but not all of them live up to the excitement. Many of the most popular places are crowded, overpriced, or less impressive in person. The good news is that travelers can find equally stunning views, historic sites, and...
by Howard Blount | Mar 12, 2023
Explore Visby, Sweden, on your own with Backroad Planet’s downloadable guide to the UNESCO World Heritage medieval city, church ruins, and botanical gardens. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more...
by Howard Blount | Dec 11, 2022
When on a Baltic Sea cruise, explore Riga, Latvia, on your own with Backroad Planet’s downloadable guide to notable sites, public transportation, and much more. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more...
by Howard Blount | Oct 23, 2022
Forget cruise port excursions! Explore Skagen, Denmark, on your own with Backroad Planet’s downloadable guide to key sites, public transportation, and much more. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more...
by Howard Blount | Jun 13, 2022
A travelogue of ports and shore excursions in Norway, Germany, Belgium, and the UK while on a Princess Western Europe cruise from Copenhagen to Southampton. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more information....
by Howard Blount | May 28, 2022
A travelogue of port destinations and shore excursions in the Azores, France, and Denmark while on a Princess transatlantic cruise from North America to Europe. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more...
by Howard Blount | Dec 19, 2021
Embark on an 18-day Middle East cruise from Athens to Dubai. Explore exotic ports, tour world-class destinations, and experience life aboard the Norwegian Jade. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more information....
