UPDATED FEB 2020. Planning a trip to Europe can be overwhelming. There are just so many countries to visit - sometimes it can feel like 'where do I even start?' We all know the heavy hitters like Venice, Paris, and London and, while they are all certainly worth a visit, there are also some lesser-known places that are worth adding to your itinerary if your schedule allows. Today I'm sharing 11 of my favorite underrated European destinations. At these destinations, you can avoid the tourist crowds, save a little money and still have memorable travel experiences. I've also added the links to my blog posts for each if you'd like more information or tips for a place.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Close your eyes and think of planning a relaxing vacation. What comes to mind? Did you see tropical beaches, mountain views or coconuts to drink from? That’s typically what we think of when we are imagining a relaxing getaway. A landlocked city in central Europe would probably not be at the top of the list. Perhaps it wouldn’t even make the list at all. Give me a couple of minutes of your time though, because today I want to share a few reasons why you should plan to visit Budapest if you need a relaxing getaway.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. I'll be honest, when I first came across the website for the Thermal Beer Spa in Budapest, I thought that it was a touristy rip-off. I was also a bit skeptical of soaking in a tub of beer. Isn't that yeast? All my spidey senses told me that it seemed like a bad idea. For some reason though, I booked it anyway and decided to check it out for myself. You never really know until you go right? Well, I'm so glad I gave it a go! Not only did I get to experience the unique beer spa, but I also got to soak in the relaxing thermal waters of the popular Szechenyi Baths. Here's how it went.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. Budapest is one of the quieter cities in Europe with a lot to offer. The range of thermal baths were the first things to catch my attention. I'm a real water baby so I appreciate any time that I can get in the water! I was quick to realize though, that it is a city with a lot more than just thermal baths to soak in. Here's my guide on how to spend a weekend in Budapest with a mix of touristy spots and local gems. I hope it can help you plan your relaxing trip to this underrated European city.

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UPDATED FEB 2020. I have to say, I thought it would be easy to do a 'where to stay in Budapest' style post where I compared two different hotels. But, it turned out harder than I thought. I liked them both for different reasons and am a classic Libra who can argue both sides for anything. This post made me put my thinking hat on and challenged me as a blogger - which I think is always a good thing. Here's my hotel hopping adventure in Budapest and pick of where to stay.

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