By Liz Webber— Though costume parties for October 31 are growing increasingly popular, most of Europe doesn’t celebrate Halloween in quite the same way as the United States does. To get your spooky fix on that next European vacation – whether on All Hallows Eve or any other time of year – check out one » Read more

The June issue of the Thomas Cook European Rail Timetable is something of a publishing milestone, being the 1,500th edition since the book was first published in 1873. Ideal reading, we would say, for canny Cheapos looking to plan complex itineraries around Europe by train this summer. The book lists train, bus and ferry schedules » Read more

It is not just across continental Europe that new rail schedules kick in next weekend, but in Britain too. So let’s just take a moment to review what’s new on the rails around Britain for 2011. Scottish Connections Effective Sunday December 12, a new rail service launches between Edinburgh and Glasgow. Travelers between Scotland’s two » Read more

Edinburgh by night, a gorgeous scene from Calton Hill. Photo by Andy Hayes With the pound dropping significantly against world currencies, it’s a great time to check out the British Isles! More specifically? It’s about time you got your kilt to Edinburgh! Sure, accommodations can still be a bit of a budget-buster, especially in those » Read more