Notes From Here - Europe Travel Blog

CATEGORIES

Wilkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome

Hi! I’m Angela

Five years ago, I packed up all my things and moved to Europe.

It was amazing and scary and lonely and wild.

I would 100% do it again.

Living in Europe has allowed me to travel deeper, experiencing its terrain and cultures through unusual experiences and repeat visits.

Notes from Here is more than a travel blog - it’s a collection of the destinations I’ve adored, experiences I can’t help but recommend and insider travel tips to enhance any vacation.

DESTINATIONS

✨ POPULAR POST ✨

Venice’s Hidden Gem Restaurants

HOPING TO AVOID TOURIST TRAP RESTAURANTS DURING YOUR NEXT VISIT TO VENICE?

There’s simply no other place on earth like Venice, Italy.

And if I had one Venice travel tip to offer you, it would be this — seek out the hidden gems of the city, and avoid the tourist traps at all costs. Dining in a local restaurant allows you to interact with locals and gain a deeper understanding of the true character of the city.

DISCOVER THESE TEN HIDDEN GEM VENICE RESTAURANTS

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO

PLAN YOUR TRIP TO EUROPE

DELIVERED DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX

THE LATEST

Notes from Here
The Ultimate Packing List for Europe in Summer
This Is The Ultimate 2 Week European Vacation Itinerary
What To Do In Stuttgart: How To Spend 1, 2, Or 3 Days in the Schwabenmetropole
5 Day Rome Itinerary: How To Explore The Eternal City
The Best Shoes To Pack For Long Europe Travel Days
How to Use Credit Cards While Traveling in Europe
The Ultimate 5 Day Italy Itinerary For Your Next Visit
3 Days in Venice: The Ultimate Itinerary for First-Timers
Porto’s Hidden Gem Restaurants
3 Days In Porto: How To Explore Portugal’s Most Beautiful City
What to Pack for Europe in Spring
Amazing Amsterdam: The 3 Day Amsterdam Itinerary You Need
The Essentials to Pack for a Trip to Europe
What to Actually Pack for Fantastic Hiking in Europe Now
Long Haul Essentials: Unlock The Secret To Comfortable Flights
Beautiful Wine Tasting Outfits: What To Wear On A Wine Tour
The Ultimate Beach Trip Packing List for Europe
The Artist Packing List: This Is What You Need For Colorful Arts Travel
These Are The Best WWII Tours And Museums In Europe
Japan in Paris: Cherry Blossoms, Japonisme, and the Best Restaurants
Left Luggage in Europe: the Ultimate Guide to the Best Luggage Storage Facilities and Services
The Best Hiking Destinations in Europe
The Best Beach Destinations in Europe
My Europe Gift Guide: The Best European Gifts
Venice’s Hidden Gem Restaurants
Discover The Best Food In Europe In These Cities
The Best European Cities For Architecture
Europe For History Buffs: The Best Historical Places In Europe
Delta One Review: The Truth About Delta's International First Class
The Best Boat Tours In Taormina, Sicily

DESTINATION INSPIRATION

Notes from Here
The Best Hiking Destinations in Europe
The Best Beach Destinations in Europe
Discover The Best Food In Europe In These Cities
The Best European Cities For Architecture
Europe For History Buffs: The Best Historical Places In Europe
The Best European Cities For Art And Museums
The Top Places to Go in Europe in 2025
Top Ski Resorts in Europe for Beginners

TRAVEL RESOURCES

Notes from Here
How to Use Credit Cards While Traveling in Europe
Left Luggage in Europe: the Ultimate Guide to the Best Luggage Storage Facilities and Services
My Europe Gift Guide: The Best European Gifts
Delta One Review: The Truth About Delta's International First Class
Everything You Need to Know about Flight Bus Boarding in Europe
The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Shopping in Europe (Updated 2025)
Cash In Europe: New Travel Money Tips For 2025
Everything You Need to Know About UK Electronic Travel Authorization for 2025
How to Live a European Lifestyle, when Traveling and at Home
Best Car Rental Companies in Europe
Understand these Passport Requirements for Traveling to Europe
Choosing a Hotel? How to Find the Best Boutique Hotels in Europe
I’ve Worked for Cartier and Louis Vuitton — Here’s My Insider’s Guide to Luxury Shopping in Paris
How to Navigate European Public Transportation
Understanding EU Compensation for Delayed and Canceled Flights
Best Airlines to Fly to Europe
How to Prevent Jet Lag When Traveling to Europe

PACKING GUIDES

Notes from Here
The Ultimate Packing List for Europe in Summer
The Best Shoes To Pack For Long Europe Travel Days
What to Pack for Europe in Spring
The Essentials to Pack for a Trip to Europe
What to Actually Pack for Fantastic Hiking in Europe Now
Long Haul Essentials: Unlock The Secret To Comfortable Flights
Beautiful Wine Tasting Outfits: What To Wear On A Wine Tour
The Ultimate Beach Trip Packing List for Europe
The Artist Packing List: This Is What You Need For Colorful Arts Travel
The Ultimate Ski Trip Packing List: What to Bring (+ PDF Checklist)
When to Start Packing for a Trip to Europe

TAKE THE QUIZ!

less than a minute!

What’s your travel personality, and how can you use it to plan better trips to Europe?

“Know thyself,” as the Greeks used to say. Learn all about your travel personality, including what matters most to you and the top things you seek while abroad. If you’re gearing up for a trip to Europe, this is the best way to prepare, and it only takes a minute!

  • "She quietly expected great things to happen to her, and no doubt that's one of the reasons why they did."

    Zelda Fitzgerald