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The Old Continent is home to 44 countries, each packing its own punch. From the big names of France and Italy, to the tiny gems of Liechtenstein and  Andorra, there is so much varied culture packed into this corner of the world.

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Quick Guide – Amsterdam: Where, What, When?

Posted by By Backpack Weekender October 3, 2023Posted inEurope, Netherlands
Amsterdam is an iconic European city, with so much culture and history to explore. Attracting visitors from all over the world, Amsterdam keeps people coming back for more. With its…
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4 Museums in Amsterdam You Must See

Posted by By Backpack Weekender July 13, 2023Posted inEurope, Netherlands
European cities tend to do museums well, but Amsterdam is surely the best of the bunch. Whether you're looking for art by the Dutch masters or insights into the culture…
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Weekend City Break: 48 Hours in Amsterdam

Weekend City Break: 48 Hours in Amsterdam

Posted by By Backpack Weekender July 9, 2023Posted inEurope, Itineraries, Netherlands, Trip Planning
Amsterdam is a popular European city break destination and is home to an international hub airport, for easy worldwide connections. Being only a short flight away from many European countries,…
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Weekend City Break: 36 Hours in Copenhagen, Denmark

Posted by By Backpack Weekender July 24, 2022Posted inDenmark, Europe
Copenhagen was the destination for my first solo trip abroad. Just a two hour flight from the UK, it was the perfect place for a 2-night stop to test the…
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Awesome European Cities You Need To See That Aren’t Paris, Amsterdam or London

Posted by By Backpack Weekender April 18, 2022Posted inAustria, Denmark, Europe, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
Europe has so much to offer with many cultures, languages and landscapes crammed into one continent. The character of Europe's cities and towns can vary wildly from one neighbouring country…
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48 Hours in Krakow, Poland

48 Hours in Krakow, Poland

Posted by By Backpack Weekender April 2, 2022Posted inEurope, Poland
Our weekend trip to Krakow was booked kind of last minute, when my partner and I were in need of a quick break before the winter settled in. Krakow had…
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