Cart is empty A lot of people ask me while I’m traveling here: How many countries are actually in Europe?
Europe has about 44 countries, but only 27 of them belong to something called the European Union — the EU.
The EU is basically a partnership where these countries work together on trade, travel, and economic policies. It was created after World War II to help keep peace in Europe and strengthen their economies.
One of the biggest benefits is open borders. Once you’re inside much of Europe, you can move between countries almost like moving between states in the U.S. — no passports, no visas. It also creates one of the largest economies in the world.
But not everyone loves it. Some countries feel the EU creates too many regulations and takes away some national independence.
That’s exactly why the United Kingdom left the EU in 2020, a move known as Brexit.
Another interesting part is the Euro, the shared currency used by 20 European countries, which makes traveling and doing business across Europe much easier.
So as I travel across this incredible continent, what you’re really seeing is something unique in the world — many different cultures, languages, and histories… working together as one economic community.
And that’s one of the things that makes Europe so fascinating.
Now let’s go explore… because around here we Live Like Friday. 🌍✈️