The Alps have always fascinated me. The illusive snow-capped peaks and jagged mountains are some of the most stunning places I've ever seen. Winter sport enthusiasts everywhere are beckoned here to experience the extreme pistes. In the spring and summer, lush green grasses and cows donning bells echo throughout the valleys. And while all the Alpine regions in Europe are beautiful, Chamonix tops ... Read the Post
Chamonix Travel Guide: The Essential Escape in the French Alps
The Ultimate Scandinavian Itinerary: Oslo, Stockholm and Helsinki
The twinkle lights pierced the night sky, and my feet crunched in the snow. I pursed my lips over my paper cup of glogg as I glanced around at the stalls filled with wool sweaters, sizzling donuts, and Christmas knick-knacks. I felt the warm wine euphorically course through my body and warm me up from the inside out.This ultimate Scandinavia itinerary shares the classic sights and some of the ... Read the Post
Weekend Italian Getaway to Milan and Lake Como
A fashion capital with an iconic church juxtaposes perfectly with the laid-back and sleepy charm of the lake. Conveniently just one hour from each other, Milan and Lake Como make for the perfect weekend escape. You can easily see each city in a day or two, making this itinerary easy to plan when you have a few days off.This weekend Italian getaway to Milan and Lake Como is a good way to ... Read the Post
Complete 10 Day Road Trip Guide to Iceland
I gripped tight the arm rest of the passenger seat as we slowly curved around the icy roads of a mountain pass. “Do we really need to see this waterfall?” I asked timidly. Michael answered, “Relax! We’re almost there.” We turned a corner and I saw a stunning waterfall in all it's glory, with a small rainbow peeking over the top. It was definitely worth the scare. Iceland is well worth the ... Read the Post
12 Beautiful Places to Visit in Northern France
When most of us think of France, we think of Paris. Or perhaps the gleaming southern cities on the French Riviera like Nice. But I urge you to look north to find some of the best places in all of Europe: culture, cuisine, and history galore. I've got 12 beautiful places to visit in Northern France that will win you over.Going to Northern France was an incredible experience. Despite being on a ... Read the Post
Germany, France, Switzerland, and Austria: Charming Central Europe Itinerary
If Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, and the bad witch planned a getaway together, this would be their itinerary. If you have seven days in Europe and you really want to see the quaint villages, the storybook streets, the breathtaking castles, and the fairy-tale beauty that's inspired countless books and movies, then you need to spend 7 days in Germany, France, Switzerland, and Austria. ... Read the Post
