Culinary Bliss in Parma by Jen Westmoreland Bouchard On the way back home to Nice (France) after spending the week in Italy, my travel companion turned to me and asked “Do we need to pick up groceries? Parma’s the next exit.” And so began the best one-stop “foodie spree” of my life. Of course, the …
Things To Do in Seville Spain – 3 Days in Seville Itinerary Seville is one of the most interesting places in Spain’s Andalusia. It is a city teeming with beauty and passion, whose history is as rich as anything you could find out there. But how can you spend 3 days in Seville? Given the …
Where to Stay in Barcelona 3 Tips for Finding a Great Place in Barcelona Barcelona is a beautiful city and has become extremely popular in the past years. If you are planning a trip to the capital of Catalonia, you’ll need to do three things: Decide on Where to Stay in Barcelona Book Early Don’t …
10 Travel Books that take your heart to Europe Choosing the best travel books that take your heart to Europe is not an easy task. Some of the most inspiring manuscripts that capture the spirit of the old continent are not available in English. And yet, authors around the world write volumes about this part …
Copenhagen is a veritable mecca for design aficionados. From modernist classics to cutting-edge conversation pieces, there are plenty of unique (and tempting) elements for a stylish interior to be found in Denmark’s capital city. Whether you’re in the mood to learn or purchase, here are eight places to visit on your design tour of Copenhagen: …
If you’ve read or heard anything about the life of the celebrated chef Julia Child, then you know the transformative power of French cuisine (if you need a refresher, just watch the 2009 film “Julie and Julia”). Just as it changed Julia’s life (and career), French cuisine—specifically learning to cook it—has impacted the lives of …
If you’ve seen the 2013 film “Les Misérables,” then you are already familiar with Place de la Bastille. It is the setting for much of the second half of the film, marked by the large, decaying plaster elephant. Place de la Bastille is a historic Parisian square that still plays a large role in contemporary …
Located in northwestern France, the seaside city of Deauville is a lovely place to spend the day (or several). Known for its horse racing culture, grand casino, luxurious hotels, sumptuous villas, and breathtaking ocean views, Deauville has historically been the playground of France’s (and the international) upper class (think the northwestern French equivalent of Nice). …
A few summers ago, I experienced the Loire Valley as I never had before, on a bike. Though there are various types and levels of biking excursions one can take throughout the Châteaux de la Loire region, I found the 1.5 hour ride from Blois to Chambord to be delightful and just challenging enough to break a sweat (for a non-regular rider). …
France is, without a doubt, one of the most fascinating countries in Europe. It’s no surprise that over 80 million tourists per year are lured to L’Hexagone (the French nickname for France, which refers to the physical shape of the country) by its culture, gastronomy, fashion, history, and lifestyle. Indeed, it’s hard to adequately describe France’s appeal, that certain je …