Off The Map Blog

Lecce is filled with beautiful churches, ancient palaces and squares, vibrant cafes and restaurants, amazing shops and all-around beautiful vibes. Continue reading to learn the best things to do in Lecce and plan a trip there.

Albania is home to the best beaches in Europe and in the world, many of which are totally undiscovered, seculded and unspoilt by tourism. In this post discover 22 of the best secret beaches on the Albanian Riviera.

You can’t really go wrong with any Greek Island! And with a whopping 227 inhabited islands to choose from, there are plenty of hidden gems to choose from. In this post, discover the best-lesser known Greek Islands to add to your itinerary.

Plovdiv is an ancient city nestled in the heart of Bulgaria. It is the second largest city in Bulgaria and blends ancient history with a vibrant modern culture. Keep reading to discover more about the top things to do in Plovdiv that will leave you spellbound.

In this post, we are highlighting 10 of the best beaches in Puglia. These beaches are scattered from the Northern end on the eastern coast of Puglia down to the very southern tip of the country and back up the west coast. This selection includes some of the most iconic beaches in Puglia (that most people know about!) and hidden gems frequented by locals.

In this post, we are sharing 7 of the top cheap countries in Europe to travel to (with loads of notable mentions at the end!). These countries have a low cost of living relative to other more mainstream European countries with affordable food, transportation and accommodation options.

There is a lot more to Europe than just charming towns. It is also home to some of the world’s most spectacular nature.

If you love a bit of adventure, Europe is an incredible continent riddled with amazing hikes.

Here is a round-up of the most breathtaking hikes in Europe that will have our jaw on the floor!

Continue reading to discover 12 underrated destinations in Europe that are incredible to visit during the summer months. Expect lower prices, more availability, fewer crowds coming from international tourism and more local vibes!

The region of Puglia is full of so many unbelievably beautiful towns and places, many of them well off the beaten track! For this post, we've rounded up 11 of our favourite towns in Puglia that cannot be missed!

There are so many countries in Europe that are dirt cheap, particularly in the East. You can have amazing cultural experiences, see incredible cities and explore the magical nature Europe has to offer, all on a shoestring budget. This can all be done by choosing the right destination or destinations and by following some basic money-saving tips. Continue reading to learn our top budget-friendly destinations to travel to in 2022 as well as some easy money-saving tips to help you stretch your money further!

In this post, we’re exploring 11 of the best, and most unexpected, winter holiday destinations in Europe. Even if winter is harsh and cold in Europe, these amazing winter escapes will have you counting down the days till winter begins!

Europe is undoubtedly the most magical place in the world to spend Christmas. Christmas brings a fairytale glow to the frozen streets of hundreds of cities and towns all over the continent.

Every country in Europe has its own unique Christmas charm so travel to Europe for your next winter Christmas escape.

Here is our pick of 12 of the best places in Europe to spend Christmas this year!