There are places where knowing what happened there changes the experience of standing there. The Topography of Terror in Berlin is one of those places. Between 1933 and 1945, this site housed several powerful institutions responsible for state-sponsored terror. These included the Gestapo, SS leadership and the Reich Security Main Office. From here, these organizations […]

Amsterdam offers various transportation options including walking, cycling, and public transit. Walking reveals hidden gems, while biking is popular among locals. Public transportation is efficient, supported by the I Amsterdam city card for cost savings. Avoid taxis due to high costs and traffic, and consider using UBER for convenience.

Remember Mr. Peabody, the dog who had a boy, and his amazing Wayback Machine? I sometimes wish we had one. Imagine being able to go back in time and see history as it actually happened—especially somewhere like Cold War Berlin. We can’t, of course. But we can stand in the places where history happened—and sometimes […]

Stolpersteine are small memorial stones found across Europe, honoring victims of Nazi persecution and preserving their names and stories.

The Dutch Resistance Museum in Amsterdam tells the story of ordinary people faced with extraordinary choices during World War II. It’s a museum I discovered almost by accident—and one I’ve returned to more than once.

The Europe Entry/Exit System is now in effect. Here’s what U.S. travelers need to know about EES and what to expect when entering Europe.

Should I get a U.S. Passport Book or a Passport Card? This is an excellent question. There is most definitely a difference between the two. The Passport Card is for land border crossings such as for traveling to Mexico and Canada. The U.S. Passport Book is the Gold Standard, in my opinion. It’s for all […]

When is the best time to travel to Europe? The answer isn’t necessarily spring or fall. Start with what you want to experience, and the right time to go becomes much clearer.

Not sure when your Global Entry membership expires or when you should renew? Here’s what travelers need to know about expiration, renewal and keeping their benefits while a renewal is pending.

With so many river cruise choices, how do you know which one is right for you? These five questions can help you think about what matters most before you choose.