July 2010

You’ve seen the gorgeous pictures of the French Riviera, boasting its lofty cliffs that overlook the sparkling blue water and the many yachts and sailboats that visit the ports each year.  To say the least, the French Riviera is breathtaking. …

You may remember a Travel Tip Tuesday a while back where I talked about finding budget accommodations when traveling to Europe.  I have even covered cheap sleeps in Paris and in Italy. As luck would have it a whole new…

Visiting museums will teach you about the culture and history of a region, especially in Italy with its Renaissance influences.  You can see the talent of artists and architects from their paintings and buildings, their masterpieces.  However, by walking through…

While in a picturesque foreign country, like France, it’s great to check out the bustling cities and the famous artwork, but don’t forget to enjoy the more natural side. Beauty doesn’t require complex architecture or a practiced paintbrush—it can be…

When it comes to food, French cheese holds a dear place in my heart (as I’m sure it does in most of yours).  There’s something about the texture, the flavors, and the way it seems to go with everything that…

If you’re a fan of beans, grilled meats, rustic Italian bread—eating it plain, or dipping it in olive oil—and wine, you will also be a fan of the food of the Tuscan region, particularly Florence. Traditional dishes of Florence are…

This month’s Travel Photo Friday submission is from Joshua C. Forest. It’s a stunning shot of the Colosseum, an ancient Ampitheather in Rome, under the dark night sky. “My girlfriend and I were wandering around near the Forum before heading back…