Travel writer at City Voyager
Elena Costa
Elena specialises in short trips — Friday-evening departures, two nights in a city you've been meaning to see, Sunday trains home. She thinks the best weekend is one that feels longer than it was.
Articles by Elena Costa
European Spa & Wellness Getaways: HU, CZ, SI
Budapest's Turkish baths, Karlovy Vary's UNESCO colonnades and Slovenia's black thermal water — a planner's guide to Central Europe's spa towns with EUR entry prices and named hotels.
May 21, 2026
European Weekend Trips Under €300
Twelve European cities you can do Friday-to-Sunday for under €300 all-in: Ryanair and Wizz Air fares, named hostels, food costs and the booking window that makes it work.
May 21, 2026
Best European Weekend City Breaks by Train
Twelve Friday-to-Sunday city pairs that work brilliantly by train: Eurostar, TGV, ICE, Frecciarossa and Railjet times, named hotels, EUR fares and Saturday must-dos.
May 20, 2026
Best Long Weekend Destinations in Europe
Need a quick escape? Explore the best long-weekend destinations in Europe—city breaks, coastal escapes and mountain retreats—with itineraries, local tips and transport advice.
May 17, 2026
Last-Minute Weekend Getaways: Europe Guide
Need a quick escape? This practical Europe guide gives destination picks, 48-hour itineraries, booking hacks, packing lists and seasonal tips for last-minute weekend trips.
April 19, 2026
Day Trips from Paris: Beyond Versailles
Skip Versailles and discover Giverny, Reims, Fontainebleau, Chantilly, Provins and other perfect day trips from Paris. Tips, travel times, sample itineraries and local insights.
April 16, 2026
Day Trips from London: 15 Best Escapes
From royal Windsor to seaside Margate, discover 15 top day trips from London with travel times, highlights, local tips and sample itineraries for a perfect escape.
April 16, 2026
Day Trips from Barcelona: Mountains, Monasteries & Beaches
Discover the best day trips from Barcelona—mountain hikes, ancient monasteries, and Mediterranean beaches—with practical tips, sample itineraries and local insights.
April 16, 2026