Your favorite European Hidden Gems Guide

Nice to meet you! I’m Anya 🙂

Stop Going to Paris focuses on niche underrated European destinations.

Hi! I’m Anya, founder of the travel blog Stop Going to Paris which focuses on underrated cities in Europe. I’m a passionate traveler but above all, a passionate adventurer always looking for the hidden gems that deserve more love.


Fun fact, I live in… drumroll… Paris! That’s why the name of the blog is funny.

Stop Going to Paris is…

10 years

of traveling Europe and abroad

70+

European destinations

87

souvenir mugs and postcards collected

3000+

hours researching my next trip

1

wallet stolen in Naples, but I survived
Why Stop Going to Paris

I’m not actually saying don’t go to Paris!

I have been living in Paris for about 8 years and I have seen countless tourists, friends and family visit Paris for the delicious croissants, the scenic pictures at Sacre Coeur or the Eiffel Tower climb. But having traveled to smaller destinations across Europe, I knew there was much more to discover and pass on. So many pretty destinations that go unseen because, let’s be real, they do not have the correct marketing budget. This blog aims to correct that and share my journey of discovering hidden gems across Europe with you.

It does not mean I never go to uber-popular destinations or never write about them. Actually, I was in Venice just last month!

Stop Going to Paris is more about that mindset that you can (and should!) explore the road less traveled by. And with my help, I hope it gets easier for you.

HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF…

Zakopane in Poland? It’s one of the cheapest ski resort in Europe.
Nazaré in Portugal? It’s the international capital of surf.
Lyon in France? It’s where cinema was invented.

and so, so much more! You don’t want to miss out on these gems.

I would love to connect

Need help planning a trip?

You want to organize a trip to Europe and don’t know where to go that isn’t Paris? Let me help!


After 10 years and 70+ destinations, I became somewhat of a European specialist… I can:
– plan your itinerary in unique destinations.
– help book your transportation, accommodation, and activities.
– give you tips on how to get around, speak the language, handle currency changes, and so on.

Everything tailored to your travel interests, budget, and preferences. 
The first introductory call is free. 

My top three pictures

It’s so hard to choose only three! I have a billion I want to share with you guys.