Europe Travel | Bulgaria, Macedonia, Poland | Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/category/europe/ UK Travel Blog Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:04:23 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://charlieontravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cropped-Charlie-on-Travel-Favicon-32x32.png Europe Travel | Bulgaria, Macedonia, Poland | Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/category/europe/ 32 32 A Weekend in the Cotswolds https://charlieontravel.com/cotswolds-weekend/ https://charlieontravel.com/cotswolds-weekend/#respond Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:55:00 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=14061 The Cotswolds is England’s home of chocolate box villages, winding lanes and wildflower meadows. It’s all postcard-perfect charm and countryside weekend pleasures. Expect rolling green fields, fire pits, e-bike rides, hearty pub lunches, and long, lingering chats under open skies. This year, we spent an almost-sunny bank holiday weekend camping in the Cotswolds. We’ve rounded […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/cotswolds-weekend/feed/ 0 Chamonix Skiing: A 3-Day Escape to the French Alps https://charlieontravel.com/chamonix-ski/ https://charlieontravel.com/chamonix-ski/#respond Sat, 17 May 2025 20:39:46 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=14040 Chamonix skiing is renowned the world over — and for good reason. Nestled beneath the towering peak of Mont Blanc, this legendary resort blends world-class slopes with a distinctly French flair. Whether you’re carving through fresh powder, indulging in hearty Savoyard cuisine, or unwinding in a steaming spa as snowflakes drift down, Chamonix delivers an […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/chamonix-ski/feed/ 0 3 Days in Barcelona https://charlieontravel.com/barcelona/ https://charlieontravel.com/barcelona/#comments Tue, 11 Mar 2025 22:00:43 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=4532 Barcelona, Spain’s coolest city, is a vibrant blend of modernist and Gothic architecture, rich Catalonian history, and lively street culture. Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, or a beach lover, this three-day itinerary will help you make the most of your time in the city. Updated for 2025 — We first wrote this blog […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/barcelona/feed/ 7 Is Barcelona Expensive? How Much to Budget Per Day https://charlieontravel.com/barcelona-budget/ https://charlieontravel.com/barcelona-budget/#comments Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:00:41 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=4752 Is Barcelona expensive? In this Barcelona travel budget, we break down the cost of accommodation, transport, activities, tapas and wine in Barcelona. Barcelona is a popular European destination for weekend travellers from the UK. It’s a common a stop for foreign travellers on a European sightseeing trip too. There are often budget flights to Barcelona, […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/barcelona-budget/feed/ 13 Burgau: A Hidden Gem on the Algarve https://charlieontravel.com/burgau-algarve/ https://charlieontravel.com/burgau-algarve/#comments Sun, 16 Feb 2025 18:39:23 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=13543 Burgau is the Algarve’s best-kept secret. After finding Carvoeiro to be more like a tourist resort than the quaint fishing village we had hoped for, we feared that all of Portugal’s beaches had been overtaken by big hotels and become homogeneous. Then we found Burgau. Tucked away on the southern coast, this small, authentic Portuguese […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/burgau-algarve/feed/ 1 Piran, Slovenia: A Complete Travel Guide https://charlieontravel.com/piran/ https://charlieontravel.com/piran/#respond Sat, 15 Feb 2025 12:55:31 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=13956 Piran is a picturesque town on Slovenia’s Adriatic coast. Often overlooked by travellers heading to Lake Bled, this little coastal town doesn’t always make it onto Slovenia itineraries — but it absolutely should. Where Is Piran? Piran is located on Slovenia’s short but lovely 47km coastline, nestled between Italy and Croatia. It’s an easy 1.5-hour […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/piran/feed/ 0 A Week in Slovenia https://charlieontravel.com/slovenia/ https://charlieontravel.com/slovenia/#respond Wed, 12 Feb 2025 21:30:08 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=13932 This Slovenia travel itinerary will take you through a 7-day journey across Slovenia, one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. The route focuses on two beautiful lakes: Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj. We’ll also see part of the Juliana Trail as well as the capital city of Ljubljana. The itinerary balances city exploration with […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/slovenia/feed/ 0 Hiking Slovenia’s Juliana Trail: Lake Bled to Lake Bohinj https://charlieontravel.com/juliana-trail-slovenia/ https://charlieontravel.com/juliana-trail-slovenia/#respond Tue, 11 Feb 2025 21:22:31 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=13894 The Juliana Trail is a 16-stage hiking route encircling Mount Triglav, Slovenia’s highest peak, offering spectacular views of the Slovenian Alps. You can take on individual stages or complete the entire trail over two weeks. Here’s a detailed guide to Stages 5, 6, and 7, which offer a perfect mix of challenging climbs, serene alpine […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/juliana-trail-slovenia/feed/ 0 Lake Bled: A Serene Slovenian Getaway https://charlieontravel.com/lake-bled/ https://charlieontravel.com/lake-bled/#respond Mon, 10 Feb 2025 18:49:36 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=13873 Upon arriving at Lake Bled, Slovenia’s most famous sight, the first thing you’ll notice is the breathtaking view. Whether on a cloudy or sunny day, the landscape feels straight out of a storybook. The lake is surrounded by the Julian Alps, with Bled Castle on a steep cliff and Bled Island’s church sitting serenely in […]

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]]> https://charlieontravel.com/lake-bled/feed/ 0 Ljubljana City Guide https://charlieontravel.com/ljubljana/ https://charlieontravel.com/ljubljana/#comments Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:30:45 +0000 https://charlieontravel.com/?p=13851 Ljubljana is Slovenia‘s charming capital city. It’s known for its picturesque riverside, vibrant culture, and green spaces. Whether you are taking in historic sites like Ljubljana Castle or enjoying a glass (or bottle) of Slovenian wine along the riverbanks, the city is walkable, lively and brimming with delightful experiences. If you’re coming to Slovenia to […]

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