By Guest AuthorWhich European city, and which museum, is worth spending a day? Here’s where I’d point you.
By Melody MoserWe had come to Orkney, Scotland for prehistoric sites and found more. The wartime history, the wide skies, the quiet pull of the place.
The Hotel Palacio de Los Ángeles, set to open March 1, 2026, in the northern Spanish province of La Rioja.
By Guest AuthorI wrote a complete draft of my historical novel, ‘Butterfly Games,’ before ever visiting its setting: Sweden. But something was missing.
By Chadd ScottThe Don Quixote Foundation is donating 60 million euros to fund the development of the Rijksmuseum sculpture garden.
These destinations stand out for their depth of romance-ready experiences, from classic European cities to peaceful retreats.
By Erin CoyleWH Hotel’s white exterior resembles an apartment building. The no-frills, modern hotel was welcoming from the moment I arrived.
Iceland has a dense network of public swimming pools, approximately 120 public pools operating across the nation.
By Penny Zibula
In Riga, Latvia, timeless traditions and modern amenities mesh seamlessly, and a tragic past gives way to a future filled with possibility.
By Penny Zibula
One of the best ways to experience Prague’s culture is through its food. On a 2025 trip there, I joined a culinary tour.
Book Cottages was founded by veteran travel writers Noreen Kompanik and Kristi Dosh. Along with our other travel writer friends, we're highlighting terrific cottages, houses, condos and other types of unique vacation rentals around Europe.
