The country of Slovenia is one of the hidden gems of Europe. Tucked away in between Italy and Croatia, it’s one of my favourite countries in Europe, home to beautiful mountain scenery, plentiful history and a sliver of pretty coastline. It’s also more affordable than the surrounding countries, plus it’s a wonderfully dog-friendly country. Make … Read more
When I think of Belgium, I immediately think of beer and chocolate. And while it’s best not to let your dog indulge in either, you should consider taking your dog along on your trip to Belgium. With lots of dog-friendly options to choose from in, it’s an easy European country to travel in with your … Read more
This post was created in conjunction with Vallée les Etoiles The Ardennes region in south-eastern Belgium is the perfect destination for a relaxing holiday, far away from bustling, modern life. Yet this forested, mountainous region is just over an hour from Brussels, 3.5 hours from Paris and 3 hours from Calais. And best of all … Read more
The Baltic State of Lithuania may be part of the European Union. But tucked away in between Belarus and the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad, it’s easy to overlook this small country in Europe. So, how dog-friendly is Lithuania and what’s it like to visit Lithuania with a dog? Travelling to Lithuania with a Dog The … Read more
Romania and dog-friendly probably aren’t two terms you’ve heard together before. But despite Romania’s non-appearance on lists of the most dog-friendly countries in Europe and its reputation for strays, I found the country a surprisingly friendly one to travel in with a dog. Here are my tips for travelling in Romania with a dog. A … Read more
While Germany is well-known as a dog-friendly country, it isn’t the only German-speaking country with a monopoly on being dog-friendly. Head directly south to German-speaking Austria for a destination which is almost, if not equally, dog-friendly. We visited this beautiful destination twice with our pup during our time in Europe, and I highly recommend travelling … Read more
With its location in Europe in between Germany, France and Belgium, the city of Luxembourg makes for a great quick getaway destination. And not surprising given its neighbours, it’s quite a dog-friendly destination. Read through my recommendations for a dog-friendly visit to Luxembourg, especially Luxembourg City. Travelling to Luxembourg City with a Dog Luxembourg City … Read more
Riga, along with the other cities in the Baltic states, is an often overlooked destination in Europe. This includes for people travelling with a dog, particularly as Latvia isn’t the easiest place to reach with a dog and without your own car. But after visiting Riga in the summer of 2018, I heartily recommend spending … Read more
With its charming old town, hip cafes and bars, and affordable prices, it’s no wonder that Tallinn in Estonia an increasingly popular European destination over the summer months. And after spending a delightful week there with our dog, I’m happy to report it’s a very dog-friendly destination and perfect for a getaway with your pup. … Read more
When I last visited Portugal with my dog, it was March and we experienced a real mix of weather: from warm, sunny days to cold, rainy ones. We also had mixed experiences with our dog, from warm welcomes at many places, to apologies about him not being allowed inside restaurants (although the rules have now … Read more