Hey traveler — I’m so glad you’re here! I’m Sonia Rectenwald: European travel expert, group trip guru, certified river cruise specialist, and founder of Bryson Travel Group.

I’ve lived in Europe, traveled its cobblestone streets for over 30 years, and helped hundreds of clients plan unforgettable trips across the continent. And now? I’m sharing it all with you.

Welcome to Europe Unveiled — the podcast that takes you beyond the guidebook and into the heart of Europe’s most magical destinations.

In this quick teaser, I’ll tell you:

• Who this podcast is for
• What you can expect from future episodes
• Why I’m so passionate about helping you travel better — not busier
• And what’s coming up in our premiere episode: Danube vs. Rhine — Which River Cruise Is Right for You?

Whether you're brand new to river cruising or planning your third European adventure, you’re in the right place.

🎁 Start your journey with a free gift:

Download The Ultimate Guide to River Cruising in Europe for cruise tips, packing advice, and expert recommendations.

https://brysontravelgroup.myflodesk.com/yourrivercruiseguide

💬 Join the VIP community:

Be part of Luxury Vacations by Sonia — my free Facebook group for curated travel tips, access to exclusive travel specials, trip planning help, early access to hosted group cruises and a group of European travel lovers just like you.

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And when you’re ready to turn your dream trip into a real one? Book a complimentary consult and we’ll make it happen together. Here's a link to my calendar: https://calendly.com/brysontravelgroup/45min

Plan less. Experience more. Travel well.

 Hey Traveler, I'm so glad you're here. I'm Sonia Rectenwald, European travel expert, group trip guru and founder of Bryson Travel Group. I've lived in Europe for over 10 years, spent the last 30 exploring its cobblestone streets, castles, and culture. And for more than eight years, I've helped hundreds of clients plan unforgettable trips across the continent.

And this is Europe Unveiled the podcast that takes you beyond the guidebook and into the heart of Europe's most magical destinations. If you're dreaming of sipping wine on a river cruise, wondering, storybook towns, exploring castles, cuisine, and culture, and doing it all without the stress of planning it yourself, then this is the show for you.

Because Europe isn't just my specialty, it's my passion, and now I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing everything I've learned so you can travel better, not busier. Here's what you can expect from Europe. Unveiled, honest, no fluff advice on where to go and when. Insider tips on river cruising. Group travel and custom curated adventures. Destination deep dives with focus on food, wine, and unforgettable experiences, and real life planning tips from my own client itineraries. Episodes are short, sweet, and packed with the kind of info you actually need. Perfect with your morning coffee or maybe a glass of Reisling. So whether you're brand new to river cruising or you're already planning your third European adventure, I've got you covered.

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode. So first up, we're diving into a question I get all the time, Danube or Rhine, which River Cruise is right for me?

That's episode one, and it's dropping soon. So, keep an eye out and if you're itching for even more insider tips, planning checklists, and destination inspiration, come join my private VIP Facebook group Luxury Vacations by Sonia. all about Europe, river cruises groups, and custom travel, just like the podcast, you will find the link right in the show notes. Until then, keep dreaming, keep exploring and keep unveiling Europe. I'll see you in episode one.