Sicily is located off the southern coast of Italy’s toe. Though it’s technically part of Italy it feels like a different country with its own unique charm. The island is a one-stop destination perfect for travelers looking to visit Sicily for a diverse mix…
I’ve spent the last ten years committed to packing lighter. There are just so many benefits I’ve discovered. Because I’m always on the lookout for easy ways to travel lighter, today I’m sharing some not so obvious ones, as well as a new…
>This post has been updated with new information. Please scroll to the bottom to read the new info. Last week it was announced that the five towns of the Cinque Terre will start limiting visitors beginning this summer. The area,…
Think Italy and it’s easy to picture the canals of Venice, the gladiators of Rome and the shopping mecca of Milan. These great cities have helped make Italy one of the most desired holiday destinations in Europe. But what about the Italy that you…
I experienced my first barge cruise in France this past May. You may have already read my reasons you should take a barge cruise in France, but today, I thought I’d give you a better idea of exactly what it’s…
Year after year, Italy continues to be a top vacation destination for travelers. That’s no surprise to me, someone who’s been enamored since my first trip, continually returns and sings its praises to prospective clients. What’s not to love? Italy…
I just returned from a once in a lifetime experience that had been on my bucket list for quite sometime – a Canal du Midi Barge Cruise in France aboard the Athos. Located in the Languedoc region of France, the…
There are many ways to get from Paris’s main airport, Charles de Gaulle, to central Paris. Depending on budget, travel style, time of day and where you’re staying, one is likely to work better than another. Here is an…
It’s not easy to learn a new language. Frankly, it’s not always at the top of the list when planning a trip to a foreign country either. Sometimes it doesn’t even make the list. But if you’ve decided that France…