shopping

One of the greatest pleasures in traveling to Italy is eating all the yummy Italian food, so you certainly don’t want to miss out because you got lost in translation. Whether you’re renting an apartment and need to shop for…

Photo: fotologic Anyone who has ever planned a trip to the Bel Paese on their own  is very familiar with the big names in Italy travel guides.  Frommer’s, Fodor’s, Lonely Planet, Rick Steves and DK Eyewitness travel books all top…

Many a Paris traveler heads to the City of Light with the goal of shopping for antiques.  And most of those antique-lovers put a visit to the largest and most famous Paris Puces,  Saint-Ouen, at the top of their itinerary.…

If you have yet to experience Christmas in Europe, you are missing out on one of the most beautiful and festive seasons on Earth. 

Italy, in particular, decks out every shop and street. The narrow walkways are lit up by…

It’s that time of year again. With turkey still warm in our bellies and a brisk chill breaking through the air, the holiday season is starting and this can only mean one thing – shopping!  While Americans will choose to…

It’s great to be able to take some time off and experience the beauty and culture of vacation destinations like Venice, Italy. Unfortunately, a trip to Venice can really take a toll on your wallet. And let’s face it, during…

Bonjour mes amis! Some Flea Market News….. Fall Sale is currently running in my Flea Market.  Need to make room for new stock!  Any items listed with *SALE* in the title have been reduced. And I have listed some great…