Sankalp Gupta Europe travel writer at Eurly helps first-time travelers plan smarter, more efficient trips across Europe. He shares practical advice on itineraries, budget planning, transportation choices, route selection, and common travel mistakes to avoid. His work focuses on making Europe travel simpler, more affordable, and easier to navigate for long-haul international visitors.
He grew up in Pune, Maharashtra, in a household where international travel was considered a distant luxury. After studying computer engineering at COEP Technological University, he spent six years working at a software firm in Pune while quietly saving for overseas travel. In 2017, at the age of 28, he took his first Europe trip: a 22-day backpacking journey through France, Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands on a tightly managed budget.
That experience changed his perspective on travel planning. Europe felt less intimidating and more accessible than many travel resources suggested. He noticed a gap between how Europe travel was often described online and what travelers actually experienced on the ground, especially those arriving from outside Europe with limited vacation time and strict budgets. That gap eventually became the foundation of his travel writing.
Today, his work contributes to Eurly’s Europe travel planning content, helping readers make better decisions before they board a flight.
Sankalp Gupta Europe Travel Writer: What He Writes About
Sankalp writes primarily about the planning side of travel: the decisions travelers make before arriving in Europe. His articles commonly cover:
- Best times to visit Europe
- Realistic travel budgets
- Multi-country itinerary planning
- Transportation strategy across Europe
- City comparisons and trip pacing
- Tourist attraction value assessments
- First-time Europe travel mistakes to avoid
His writing emphasizes practical differences that many travel guides overlook. Visiting Paris in August is very different from visiting in October. A weekend trip to Versailles during peak season differs significantly from a weekday visit during the shoulder season. Rather than simplifying those differences, his articles explain them clearly so travelers can make better-informed decisions.
His perspective is especially shaped by writing for long-haul travelers coming from outside Europe, where flight costs, visa applications, and limited annual leave make poor planning more expensive.
Career Background and Research Process
Sankalp left his software career in 2020 to focus full-time on travel writing and research. He spent months building what would later become Eurly’s Europe travel planning content library.
Since then, he has traveled to Europe multiple times each year for research-focused reporting trips. Most trips are built around a specific city, travel route, transportation system, or planning question. Outside of travel, he continues to live and work in Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Before joining Eurly, his writing appeared in Indian travel publications and on his personal travel blog. He became particularly known in Indian travel communities for publishing detailed budget breakdowns that documented actual trip costs line by line instead of relying on vague estimates.
Editorial Standards at Eurly
Sankalp’s writing follows the editorial standards used across Eurly’s Europe travel content:
- Specific prices sourced from official providers whenever possible
- Clear verification dates on planning guides
- Advice focused on practicality instead of exaggerated claims
- Recommendations based on firsthand experience or verified research
- Transparent assessments of attractions, routes, and travel experiences
He does not publish sponsored recommendations or accept payment in exchange for positive coverage. If a destination, attraction, or travel experience is unlikely to be worthwhile for most travelers, he states that directly. Likewise, when destinations are underrated or frequently misunderstood, he explains why they may deserve more attention.
Travel Philosophy and Planning Approach
Sankalp’s approach to travel planning focuses on efficiency, realistic expectations, and reducing avoidable stress for first-time visitors. Rather than encouraging rushed bucket-list itineraries, his advice often emphasizes slower pacing, smarter route planning, and prioritizing experiences over checklist tourism.
His writing also highlights the importance of understanding seasonal differences, transportation logistics, visa timing, and local travel habits before finalizing a Europe itinerary. Many of his guides are designed to help travelers avoid common planning mistakes that lead to unnecessary expenses or wasted travel time.
Languages
| Language | Proficiency |
|---|---|
| Hindi | Native |
| Marathi | Native |
| English | Fluent |
| French | Conversational |
Contact Information
For editorial enquiries, interviews, or press-related questions, contact the Eurly editorial team at editorial@eurly.com .
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sankalp Gupta?
Sankalp Gupta is a Europe travel writer based in Pune, India, who creates travel planning content for Eurly. His work focuses on budgeting, itinerary planning, transportation strategy, and practical Europe travel advice for first-time visitors.
What does Sankalp Gupta write about?
He writes about Europe travel planning topics including trip budgeting, route selection, city comparisons, transportation decisions, seasonal travel strategy, and first-time Europe itinerary planning.
Is Sankalp Gupta based in Europe?
No. He is based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, and travels to Europe multiple times each year for travel research and reporting.
How can I contact Sankalp Gupta or Eurly?
Editorial and press enquiries can be sent to editorial@eurly.com .
For broader travel-planning context, readers can also explore additional travel background on Wikivoyage.
Last verified: 2026-04-27