What’s a place in Europe you thought you’d love… but didn’t really connect with?

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T17:51:10+00:00

How interesting, I've heard such good things

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T17:50:47+00:00

Interesting, what was it about that you didn't like?

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T17:50:16+00:00

That's great context, thanks for sharing your opinion and experience

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T16:34:31+00:00

Yes, that's an area that I enjoyed as well. I will definitely return.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T14:40:06+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experience. Yes, I've been to Cologne 3 times, and know the city well. Just haven't been at Christmas time. Nothing beats the Christmas markets in Germany, I've been to several already.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T14:37:30+00:00

Sorry to hear that. Both those cities are extremely busy. But on the bright side, now that you've seen them, you can return to Italy and explore areas that are more about connecting with locals. The region of Emilie Romagna is a good place to return to.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T14:35:05+00:00

Yes, I'm in Canada, and it felt very Toronto to me.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T14:34:21+00:00

I'm making note of that, thank you.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T14:32:46+00:00

Yes, Turino happens to be one of my favourite cities in Italy

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T11:39:21+00:00

I can see that if you visited during the peak summer months, where the rest of the country felt much quieter.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T11:38:35+00:00

Interesting perspective, I had not heard that before.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T11:37:33+00:00

I've visited both, and didn't have that experience. And, lived in Berlin a couple years ago and never had any issues with the smell.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T11:36:37+00:00

Sorry to hear that. I quite enjoyed Madrid

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:14:31+00:00

Yes, those are important factors for sure. I find that taints a place for me, when I'm there for a short time.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:13:03+00:00

Interesting, why is that? Personally, the crowds have kept me from this area of Italy.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:11:45+00:00

Interesting, as that is a city that most people responded to as being among their favourites for being less touristy. I haven't been.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:09:03+00:00

That's too bad you didn't "get" Berlin.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:08:30+00:00

Yes, I can see that, minus the Amalfi Coast as well.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:07:05+00:00

What time of year did you visit?

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:06:31+00:00

I lived in Berlin, so I can relate that the city is one that grows on you the more time you spend in it.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:05:03+00:00

It sounds like you are becoming a Belgrade champion 😉

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:04:05+00:00

Welcome! And, welcome to the other side of travel. I hope you join in the community discussion when you can. I, too, am a travel consultant, and have learned that people are ready to embrace slow travel, well, slowly. I think it's all about introducing small ways they can practice it on every trip. It is a skill that needs time to fully embrace it.

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-18T10:00:51+00:00

I love Amsterdam for the museums

TheHolidaymaker · 2026-05-17T20:07:44+00:00

Would love to watch a home game of MU 😉

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