Archive by tag: European TravelReturn
Compare Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor with Collette Tours. Discover the differences in group size, hotels, transportation, dining, professional guides, customer service, tour length, and overall value for your European vacation.
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Planning a European tour? Learn how much walking to expect in Paris, Rome, Scotland, Norway, Ireland, Iceland and Croatia, including typical step counts, terrain, stairs and practical advice for travelers over 50.
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Paris has long been considered Europe’s greatest city, but is Oslo catching up? Compare art, architecture, transportation, crowds, hotels, weather, fjord access, and overall travel experience to decide which city is better to visit today.
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Big bus tours promise more destinations, but often deliver more highways, hotel changes, and rushed sightseeing. The Traveling Professor explains why “hit-and-run travel” can cost more, feel less rewarding, and leave travelers seeing places without truly experiencing them.
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Small group river cruises offer a comfortable, personal way to explore Europe with less stress, fewer crowds, and more meaningful experiences. Discover Danube, Christmas Markets, Paris, and Normandy cruise options designed for active adults and solo travelers.
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Discover how to feel like a local in Europe with five authentic travel ideas, from neighborhood churches to buses, laundromats, theaters, and football matches. These experiences can lead to friendlier encounters, hidden gems, and a far more memorable trip.
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Plan your 2026 Europe trip smarter by avoiding major public holidays in Iceland, Scotland, Norway, Austria, Italy, France, and Ireland. Skip crowds, closures, and high prices with our complete holiday calendar and travel tips.
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Who Writes the Small Group Tour Blog?

Professor Steve Solosky, The Traveling Professor, is the founder of Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor, operating since 2009. A former college professor and author of The Traveling Professor’s Guide to Paris, Steve has planned and led small group tours throughout Europe, Canada, South America, and beyond. His travel expertise has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, WCBS Radio, and The New York Times Travel Show.

Each article is written or reviewed from the perspective of a working tour operator who plans real itineraries, works with local guides and hotels, and helps travelers prepare for successful small group trips.

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