Tag Archives: Canals

Skip Amsterdam! These 5 Alternative Dutch Cities Have Prettier Canals & Less Crowds

Panoramic Canal In Leiden, Netherlands

Share The Article Picturesque canals running along slender, muted-toned buildings, winding bike lanes, and stroopwafels straight from the market: for the casual traveler, that’s Amsterdam summarized, but what if I told you the same thing applies to (pretty much) every other Dutch city? Unlike countries such as France, Italy or Spain, where you get more variation, contrast, […]

Move Over Venice! This European Town Has 5 Miles Of Canals & Less Crowds

Charming Canal In Giethoorn, The Netherlands

We all know—and love—Venice: the winding canals, navigated by exceptionally long, richly decorated gondolas, the Gothic palaces lining the waterline, and the beautiful Baroque basilicas. There’s truly nowhere in the world quite like it. The one big downside? Most of the year, it is chaos personified, as millions of tourists flock into its narrow fondamente […]

13 Islands & Crowd-Free Canals: Visit Italy’s ‘Little Venice’ For Your Next Serene Escape

Canal in Commacchio, Italy

Share The Article Last Updated 35 seconds ago Venice has long been one of Italy’s numerous icons, but with overtourism concerns, less-than-welcoming locals, and tacky new entry fees, travelers are opening their eyes to new canal-lined streets. With a multitude of hidden gems dispersed across Italy, not all can take center stage, which is why […]

Winding Canals And Golden Beaches: Visit The Venice Of Portugal On Your Next European Vacation

Female tourist visiting canal in Tavira

Share The Article Last Updated 7 hours ago Perhaps the most iconic city in Italy is the beautiful historic city of Venice. Lined with scenic canals oozing romance and all the European vibes imaginable, Venice highlights many travelers’ bucket lists. In 2024, it’s not the most welcoming with overtourism and environmental concerns, plus a tacky […]