Small Group Tour Travel Blog

Explore Portugal on a 10-day small group tour with The Traveling Professor. Visit Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, Douro Valley, Coimbra, and more while enjoying cultural experiences, local cuisine, wine tastings, historic sites, and hand-picked 4-star accommodations.

Traveling to Europe doesn’t have to be expensive. These top ten money-saving tips will help you explore the continent affordably—without giving up comfort. Learn how to save on flights, food, transportation, and more while still traveling in style.

Avoid common airport security hassles by knowing which items to pack carefully. From cheese and soap to toys, aerosols, and grooming tools, learn smart tips to breeze through TSA and European airport checks without delays or confiscations.

Learn the best tips when booking hotels, including why booking directly saves money, how to use booking sites for research, and the benefits of loyalty programs. Avoid hidden fees and get better deals on your next stay.

Traveling Europe by high-speed train is efficient, scenic, and often faster than flying. To save money and avoid hassle, book tickets early—especially for popular routes and peak days. Skip high-speed trains for short trips where regional options are cheaper with little time lost. Use Trainline.com for easy ticket booking across 40+ countries. Choose seats near exits, know your car’s boarding location, and always let passengers off before boarding. Bring your own food to avoid limited and over...

Explore the best and worst airports worldwide with insights from The Traveling Professor. Discover why Bergen Airport (BGO), Norway, stands out with its cheap city tram, efficient layout, and smooth security. Kansas City International (MCI) impresses with spacious design and quick services, while New York’s LaGuardia (LGA) shines after recent renovations with upscale dining and lounges. On the downside, airports like Cusco (CUZ), Manchester (MAN), and Islip (ISP) face challenges from overcrowdi...

There are quite a few small group tours to choose from. Some are good, some are not so good. But what makes a small group tour and why do we think Small Group Tours by the Traveling Professor are the best for travelers?

This is just what we need - another silly, inconvenient thing to do and pay for before traveling to Europe. In this blog post we talk about what the UK ETA is, why it is needed, and how to get it.

The single supplement is an extra cost solo travelers pay when occupying a hotel room or cruise cabin alone. Learn why it exists, when it applies, and how small group tours like The Traveling Professor help reduce this fee.

An experienced traveler knows how to pack light, book smart, avoid delays, use local transport, and embrace new foods and cultures. With flexibility, caution, and curiosity, these tips from The Traveling Professor help make every journey smoother, safer, and more rewarding.