The Atlas Story

Welcome to our Blog made with ♥︎ Laura & Gerrit

On The Atlas Story, we take you along on our travels, show you our favorite spots, reveal what really works (and what doesn’t), and give you practical tips for your trip. All unfiltered, honest and with a touch of humor. If you are looking for inspiration, want to discover new places, or simply want to satisfy your wanderlust – join our adventures and welcome to our story.

bouncin around the world

Seville

Spain

Sóller

Mallorca

Berat

Albania

Füssen

Germany

Hey we are Gerrit & Laura

We hunt hidden gems, sip coffee in tiny cafés, and turn every street into an adventure. Come along as we share our journeys and the stories we find along the way. Welcome to our corner of the world!

The Atlas Story is a place for dreamers, explorers, curious souls and all travelers around the world.

It’s where we share the places that moved us, the hidden streets we wandered through, the cafés we stumbled upon, and the views that made us pause for a moment longer.
We created this space to inspire you to explore deeper, not just the famous highlights, but the small details that make a destination feel real. Through our travel guides, honest tips and personal stories, we hope to help you plan meaningful adventures and create memories of your own.
This is more than a blog.
It’s our journey and maybe the beginning of yours.

Europe's best spots - and more!

Albania

Czechia

Spain

How to Book

Planning your next adventure? Learn exactly how I find the best flights, hotels, and travel deals. Follow my simple booking process to plan your trip faster, cheaper, and stress-free.

Travel Apps

Discover the travel apps we actually use on most of our trips. From finding cheap flights to navigating new cities and planning routes, these tools make traveling easier, smarter, and more fun.

Packing Guides

Not sure what to pack for your next trip? These packing guides help you bring exactly what you need, no more, no less. Stay organized, travel lighter, and be ready for every adventure.

Travel Credit Cards

Travel smarter with the right credit cards. Discover the cards I use for earning points, avoiding foreign fees, and unlocking travel perks that make every trip smoother and more rewarding.

Our Interactive Travel Maps

When we travel, we always save the best places we discover from hidden viewpoints and cozy cafés to beautiful beaches and must-see spots. To make trip planning easier, we created interactive travel maps with all our favorite locations in one place. Simply open the map and explore the places we personally visited.

Rexby Travel Maps

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Note: The buttons and images above link to our interactive travel maps hosted on Rexby, where you can explore all saved locations in detail. Thanks for your support friends!

Where we book our adventures around Europe!