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Real travel stories and practical guides for exploring Europe the way people actually travel.
Welcome to the getAwayZ. We’re Erin and Lisa, friends and roommates who moved from the U.S. to Europe in 2017. Since then, we’ve spent years traveling across the continent, mostly by car, figuring out what’s worth your time and what isn’t.
Sometimes that travel includes Erin’s teenage son and Lisa’s dog, Rex. Sometimes it doesn’t. Either way, we talk honestly about where to stay, what to skip, what to eat and drink, when to go and what you need to plan ahead for.
Whether you’re planning a trip to Europe or thinking about living abroad, the getAwayZ shares realistic, practical advice based on real experience.
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Tuscany Travel Guide Part 1: Siena, Montepulciano and Tuscany’s Best Hill Towns
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May 18, 2026 |
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Paris in 3 Days: What to Do, Where to Go and How to Plan Your First Trip
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May 11, 2026 |
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Where to Stay in Europe: Hotels vs Airbnbs, Best Areas and What Actually Works
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May 04, 2026 |
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Elba Island Italy: The Tuscan Beach Escape Tourists Miss
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Apr 27, 2026 |
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Croatia's National Parks: Krka vs Plitvice Lakes (Which One Is Right for You?)
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Apr 20, 2026 |
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Lavender Season in Provence: What You Need to Know
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Apr 13, 2026 |
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Dubrovnik Travel Guide for Beaches Walls and Islands
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Apr 06, 2026 |
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Driving in Europe: What to Know Before Renting a Car
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Mar 09, 2026 |
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Luxembourg City Travel Guide: Casemates, Castles and Europe's Most Underrated Capital
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Mar 02, 2026 |
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Normandy Travel Guide: D-Day Beaches, Omaha, Utah, Pointe du Hoc & Mont Saint-Michel
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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Zermatt, Switzerland: Glacier Paradise, Winter Storms and Life in a Car-Free Alpine Village
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Feb 16, 2026 |
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Why We Love Milan
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Feb 09, 2026 |
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European Trivia Showdown: Food Edition
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Feb 02, 2026 |
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Annecy, Aix-les-Bains & Grenoble Travel Guide | Rhône-Alps Part 2
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Jan 26, 2026 |
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Trailer | the getAwayZ Podcast
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Jan 19, 2026 |
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Chamonix Travel Guide | Rhône-Alpes Part 1
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Jan 19, 2026 |
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New Year’s in Gothenburg
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Jan 12, 2026 |
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New Year’s Traditions in Europe: Superstitions, Food and Traditions
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Dec 15, 2025 |
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Americans Living in Europe: Expectations vs Reality
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Dec 08, 2025 |
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European Christmas Traditions and the Stories Behind Them
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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Vienna Travel Guide: Winter Highlights, Palaces, Music and Christmas Markets
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Nov 24, 2025 |
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European Trivia Showdown: How Well Do We Know Europe?
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Nov 17, 2025 |
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Rome Travel Stories: Why We Keep Returning to the Eternal City
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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Teen Life in Europe: Dylan on School, Friends, Travel and Growing Up Abroad (Half His Life)
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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Monaco Travel Guide: What to See, Eat and Do in a Day
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Oct 27, 2025 |
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Bruges and Ghent: How to Explore Belgium’s Best Canal Cities
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Oct 20, 2025 |
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Versailles Travel Guide: What to See, Eat and Do Near the Palace
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Oct 13, 2025 |
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Slovenia Travel Guide: Dragon Eggs, Castles and the Best Sausage Ever
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Oct 06, 2025 |
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Haunted Otranto: Our Stay in Italy’s Most Unsettling Airbnb
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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Normandy Travel Guide: Monet’s Gardens, Honfleur, Étretat and Rouen
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Sep 08, 2025 |
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Puglia Summer Guide: Beaches, Towns and Our Three-Week Trip
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Sep 04, 2025 |
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Our Favorite European Trips Since 2017: A Birthday Travel Round-Up
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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Fall Travel in Europe: Our Honest Opinions and Real Questions Answered
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Jul 21, 2025 |
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Fall Festivals in Europe: The Wildest and Most Delicious Events to Plan Around
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Jul 14, 2025 |
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48 Hours in Berlin: What We Did, Ate and Loved
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Jul 07, 2025 |
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Oktoberfest in Munich: Lederhosen, Steins and a 10th Birthday to Remember
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Jun 30, 2025 |
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Champagne Travel Guide: What It’s Really Like to Visit
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Jun 23, 2025 |
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Puglia Travel Guide: Beaches, Burrata and Our Summer Trips
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Jun 16, 2025 |
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Amalfi Coast Guide: Towns, Beaches and How to Plan Your Trip
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Jun 09, 2025 |
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Sicily Summer Guide: Best Towns, Beaches and Food
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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Liguria Travel Guide: Towns, Beaches and Family Tips
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May 26, 2025 |
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Corsica Travel Guide: Beaches, Canyoning and Natural Pools
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May 18, 2025 |
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Sardinia Travel Guide: What We Learned From Three Trips
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May 12, 2025 |
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Croatia Beach Guide: Clear Water, Rocky Shores and Where to Swim
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May 05, 2025 |
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Italian Lakes Travel Guide: Paddle Boats, Clooney and Gelato Stops
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Apr 28, 2025 |
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Europe’s Best Theme Parks: Thrills, Haunted Rides and Hidden Gems
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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Amsterdam: Yes or No? (Spoiler: It’s a Yes.)
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Apr 14, 2025 |
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European Travel This or That: A Fun Guide to Destinations, Food and Culture
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Apr 07, 2025 |
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Denmark with Kids and a Dog: Copenhagen, Odense and Aarhus Travel Guide
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Mar 31, 2025 |
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Living in Europe: The Good, the Weird and the Totally Unexpected
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Mar 24, 2025 |
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Innsbruck: Aqua Dome and an Austrian Alpine Escape
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Mar 17, 2025 |
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Venice Travel Guide: Gondolas, Glass-Blowing & the Best Spritz
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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Easter in Europe Podcast Episode | Traditions, Food and Travel
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Mar 03, 2025 |
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Spring in the Netherlands: Tulips, Festivals & Hidden Gems
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Feb 24, 2025 |
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Carnevale in Europe: Costumes, Parades and the Best Cities to Celebrate
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Feb 17, 2025 |
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Leaving the USA: Our Journey to a New Life in Italy
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Feb 10, 2025 |
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Living in Florence: One Year in Italy as Expats
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Jan 27, 2025 |
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Prague Travel Guide: Top Landmarks, History and Hidden Gems
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Dec 23, 2024 |
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Scotland Travel Guide: Highlands, Hidden Beaches and Edinburgh Highlights
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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New Year’s Eve in Europe: Fireworks, Traditions and City Travel Tips
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Dec 02, 2024 |
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Europe’s Best Christmas Markets: Where to Go and What to Expect
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Nov 22, 2024 |