This past year I went on not one, but two river cruises in Europe. I had a flood of questions after each trip, and most people wondered: is a river cruise really for me? So many people wanted to know if they should take a river cruise. Would there be enough time in each destination? What is it really like on board the ship? And, is it worth the money? After cruising in France, Hungary, ... Read the Post
QUIZ: Should You Take a River Cruise?
Florence – Quick Guide
No matter where you are in Florence, you feel as if you're walking through a romantic Italian novel. The wide cobblestone streets and boulevards leading up to the important monuments, to the perch on Piazzale Michelangelo where you can have an epic view of the city. This Florence quick guide will highlight the best of what to see and do in this famous Italian city and ensure you make the most of ... Read the Post
The Best Things to Do in Cinque Terre
The five colorful, cliff-side villages on Italy's coast always seemed like a movie set to me. Every picture I saw of the Cinque Terre made me think of a romantic scene where the male lead whisks a woman into his arms as they saunter into the clear waters. Turns out, Cinque Terre is just as beautiful as I imagined it to be. Since there are five equally lovely towns, I wanted to break down ... Read the Post
Ultimate Travel Guide to Santorini
Feathery trees sway in the wind, their trunks painted white. Blue and white flags flutter about proudly as the sun beats down on the dusty pavement. Crisp white buildings with azure colored dome roofs cling the the cliffs and seem to pile on top of each other, making their way to the end of the island. It's none other than the striking Santorini. Despite it being a tiny speck on the map, I ... Read the Post
Midnight in Paris Shooting Locations + The Best Quotes from the Movie
It's hard to tell what I've done more: traveled to Paris, or watched the film, "Midnight in Paris." Woody Allen's flick is one of my favorite movies of all time to capture the essence of Paris and is a good understanding of why I myself moved abroad. From the opening scene playing "Si Tu Vois Ma Mere" showcasing various scenes of Paris, to the old school Parisian bars and restaurants of the 1920s, ... Read the Post
Ultimate Guide to Tulips in Holland – Keukenhof, Tulip Fields, and More in The Netherlands
Something mind blowing happens every March through May in Holland: straight lines stretching for miles of the most brilliant colors you've ever seen come to life. The tulips are in bloom! I knew I had to see these incredible fields and flower displays in person. I made a plan to head to the Keukenhof in Holland, one of the world's largest flower gardens in Lisse, The Netherlands. I also wanted ... Read the Post
