Watching Soccer in Europe, a Raucous Great Time

Last updated on March 21st, 2024 at 03:15 pmBetween the World Cup, Euro Cup, Champions League or a big national game, watching soccer in Europe is great fun. Throughout the centuries, borders in Europe have frequently changed. This fuels rivalries that can be heated at times. But ultimately, sports are a way to bring people…

What to Expect at a Travel Trade Fair

Last updated on February 18th, 2025 at 09:59 amWe recently attended the largest travel trade fair in Spain, FITUR in Madrid. It was an interesting event, but naturally better suited for Spanish speakers or those working specifically in the travel industry in Spain. The event was a great excuse to visit Madrid though. Especially since…

Police Encounters in the USA Compared to Europe

Last updated on January 3rd, 2023 at 11:14 pmI’ve not been arrested yet (knock on wood!). But in the USA, I have semi-regularly had annoying little run-ins with police. Many of these stem from college days, but not all of them. While I won’t get into the specific idiotic details, I probably should have been…

Pros and Cons of Airbnb: Host’s Viewpoint

Last updated on July 17th, 2024 at 05:24 pmAirbnb can be a great website to save money while you travel or for earning some extra cash. For six months we listed our spare bedroom in Dublin on Airbnb to make extra euros for travel. During that time we had guests from England, Scotland, Estonia, Poland, Ireland…