Spring unfurls in Europe unlike any other place in the world. Roses the size of your hand, beautiful weather, and a cheery atmosphere seem to take hold of the whole continent. From the sunny daffodils, the winding wisteria, and the miles of tulips, Spring in Europe is one of the best times to visit. As Europe starts to thaw from Winter, the most brilliant blooms and luscious ... Read the Post
The Best Places for Spring in Europe
The Ultimate European Bucket List
I haven't been everywhere. But it's on my list. Especially when it comes to Europe. There are unending places to go, cities to travel, cuisines to taste, and streets to wander. I know that I won't see it all, but I'd like to at least try. I've put together a list of the absolute musts to see in Europe for a lifetime, the ultimate European bucket list. I've compiled a list of 225 (yes, you read ... Read the Post
25 of The Best Castles in the World
The world is an astounding place. Sometimes it's hard to imagine what life was like "back then," but once you step foot in a castle, that all changes. I can't believe these fortresses are still around today and that we can actually step inside and pretend to relive Beauty and the Beast or Cinderella. We can walk the same path as conquering kings, powerful queens, and the people who put their ... Read the Post
The Best Movies to Watch For Your European Travels
I love movies. There's nothing like watching a great movie and eating popcorn. It's one of my favorite things to do. Whenever I travel, I like to seek out movies that might relate to the place I'm going. I'm compiling a list of the best movies to watch before you travel to Europe. Or after you travel. If you want a good movie based in Europe, this list has you covered! I've put together a list of ... Read the Post
How I Stay Motivated When I Feel Like Total Shit
This week has been really rough. Both of my dogs have casts from various scrapes and dog-like activity. Michael fell off his mountain bike last week and dislocated his shoulder, resulting in a very expensive and painful surgery culminating on Friday. Also his hunting trip that he's been planning for months was cancelled. He was supposed to leave yesterday.Now, you might ask, Helene that ... Read the Post
The Worst Songs of 2015
My favorite month of the year is December. It also means it's my favorite blogging month of the year. I love LOVE year in review stuff. I eat it up. Every year I post about the worst (and best, for that matter) songs of the year (here's the worst list for 2014 and 2013). I know what you're thinking: But, Helene, there were no bad songs this year. Oh, yes, yes there were.My qualifications? ... Read the Post
