If you’ve never been to Europe during the Christmas holiday season, you may not know about Europe’s Christmas markets. These pop-up style markets help carry European towns into the holiday spirit by offering handmade Christmas gifts, such as ornaments, nativity scenes, candles, wreaths, and more! The stalls that line the streets are lined with garlands and festive, twinkle lights. 

At Riverdale Travel, we don’t only specialize in places like Hawaii, Disneyland, and cruises. We can also take you to a lesser-known yet beautiful location that will excite your senses! Let’s look at destinations around the world that are not so heavily traveled yet offer fantastic scenery, activities, and history and, most of all, can be budget-friendly. 

Traveling solo is an exciting and eye-opening experience. Whether you have never traveled abroad, or if you’re a seasoned traveler looking for a new experience, it’s important to choose a safe but fascinating destination for your first solo trip.

Even when taking as many precautions as possible, a medical emergency can occur while traveling within the United States or abroad. The first thing to do in a medical emergency is to remain calm. Riverdale Travel has compiled a list of tips about responding to emergencies while on vacation so you can stay safe no matter where you are in the world. 

If you’ve never traveled abroad, it is important to know that different countries have different customs and expectations for their citizens and tourists. While some behaviors may be considered normal in the United States, in European cities like Amsterdam, these behaviors may be considered rude or uncouth.