Like it or not, Brexit impacted many aspects of life in the United Kingdom, and pet travel doesn’t escape. Since the end of the Brexit transition period at the end of 2020, pet travel between the UK and Europe has changed. So, if you’re travelling from the UK to Europe (or even Northern Ireland) or from … Read more
If you’re heading to Spain with your pup, you’ll need to sort out some dog-friendly accommodation pronto! And while there are plenty of hotels in Spain that will accept you and your dog, needing to find pet-friendly hotels will limit your accommodation options somewhat. When I researched the percentage of dog-friendly hotel listings in different European cities, … Read more
Sorrento is a beautiful destination to visit in Italy, not to mention easy to reach on the direct train from Naples. However, it is also the perfect base to spend a few days and take some great day trips from Sorrento to some must-see sights nearby. In under an hour from Sorrento, you can easily … Read more
If you’re heading to France with your pup, luckily France has a wide range of dog-friendly accommodation to choose from. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to stay in Paris or the other cities to base yourself and explore all of their attractions, or somewhere to stay in the countryside for a relaxing stay, there’s plenty … Read more
Looking for a weekend away or something longer in London in the UK with your four-legged friend? I’ve rounded up some of the best dog-friendly hotels there are in London, from luxe to affordable. Take your pick from the following… Note: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may receive commission if you make … Read more
In Europe there’s no shortage of beautiful palaces that human visitors can visit, walking through endless processions of richly decorated rooms and enjoying gardens that are still beautiful to this day. But if you’re travelling with a dog, your options are more limited. I firstly realised this when wanting to walk with my dog through … Read more
One of my favourite airlines to fly with my small dog in Europe is Vueling. This low-cost airlines based in Barcelona is one of the most dog-friendly airlines in Europe, when it comes to small dogs flying in the cabin, with its high weight limit, low fees and easy booking process. During 2017 and 2018, … Read more
A visit to Jungfraujoch is one of the highlights of a trip to Switzerland. This saddle high up in the Swiss Alps, dubbed the “top of Europe” and home to year-round snow cover, is easily reached by anyone thanks to a crazily-constructed rack railway tunnelled through the mountains. That anyone includes dogs, who are allowed on the … Read more
If you’re taking a holiday and would love to take your dog along, whether for a shorter vacation or long-term travels, Europe is your ideal destination. Not only is Europe about the most dog-friendly part of the world, it’s easy to travel with your dog in between many of the countries. In February 2017 I … Read more
So you’re heading to Europe, and someone’s mentioned that you’ll need a muzzle for your dog. It’s great that you know in advance and can prepare, but if you’re from somewhere that dog muzzles are not commonly used, such as my home country of Australia, the thought of muzzling your beloved dog may be worrying. … Read more