The most outstanding sites on a Europe vacation are numerous and should not be missed. What’s on your bucket list? My intention here is to highlight the top 10 iconic sites in Europe, natural or otherwise, that are my favourites…
Taking place only once every four years, and unquestionably the biggest sporting event in the world, football (soccer) is truly demonstrating its supremacy in world sports. The month-long quest for the Cup sees 32 countries vie against each other in…
In a city as expensive as Paris, it’s smart to know how to save money where you can. Accommodations, meals, and most tourist attractions are pricey, and if you want to have the full Paris experience, you’ll have to shell…
Shopping doesn’t have to be just at department stores or exclusive name-brand boutiques. Discover some markets around the world, for not only an enjoyable shopping experience, but also to put some fun into your vacation. True confession from this writer…
If you are a music fan, what can be better than attending a concert or performance to add to your enjoyment while on a Europe trip. And when the venue is special, you tend to remember the event even more. …
Every time we think we’ve written or read it all about Paris, the French capital turns a slightly different profile, enchanting us all over again. One of the world’s most visited cities, it can be a challenge in high season…
If ever there were a “Sophie’s Choice” between two beloved countries, this is surely it. France and Italy are two of the best-loved and most-visited countries in the world. They boast incredible cultures with long histories, great food and drink,…
Roaming the centuries-old sites and cities of Europe, we’re constantly reminded of just how much history there is to discover, from Iceland to Istanbul. Where there’s history, there’s mythology, and where there’s mythology, there’s magic and monsters. It would be…
Romance, food, art, and Paris all combine to make the perfect honeymoon on a France vacation. It is cliché, I know, but it was always going to be Paris. Despite the fact that we had both been to Paris before,…
France’s wine regions are not only about the grape but also about culture, history, and scenery – offering enough diversity to even interest non-wine lovers on their France vacation. I must first admit to enjoying good wine (within my budget)…
A Paris vacation is, as Audrey Hepburn reminded us, “always a good idea.” But it’s easy to feel overwhelmed on your first visit to France, particularly in high season when crowds are at their peak. Here are our hints on…
It’s a cheesy metaphor, but words like “buffet” come to mind when first planning a Europe vacation. You can’t finish it all in one sitting, and even if you could, you’d be ready for a return trip by the time…
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