Castle Hill, Budapest- Self-Guided Tour of the Points of Interest
Crowning the hilly west bank of the Buda side of Budapest is Castle Hill, a district packed with historic sites and famous for its splendid vistas. Our first day in…
Photo of the Week: John Lennon Wall, Prague
In 1980 after the death of John Lennon, an image of the former Beatle member was painted on an ordinary wall in a secluded square, across from the French Embassy…
Budapest Spas- Reviews and Tips for Visiting Thermal Baths in Budapest
Budapest is not just the capital of Hungary; this exciting European city also carries another official title- Spa City. Budapest Spas- The Thermal Baths in Budapest The thermal spas in…
Ancient Delphi- The Navel of the World
Nestled between the rugged peak of Mount Parnassus and a spectacular valley of cypress and olive trees is Delphi, regarded by ancient Greeks as the most sacred site in the…
Dinosaur Provincial Park, Alberta- One of Canada’s Most Unique Landscapes
Arriving at Dinosaur Provincial Park, I feel like I am stepping back in time to an era when enormous, prehistoric creatures ruled the earth. Millions of years ago, dinosaurs roamed…
Photo of the Week: Oak Alley Plantation, Louisiana
Across from the mighty Mississippi, in the community of Vacherie, Louisiana, is the historic plantation of Oak Alley. A long, graceful path, canopied by a double row of live oaks,…
Paris in Black and White- Photo Series
Paris is a photographer’s dream! Everywhere you look there are famous landmarks, beautiful parks and exquisite architecture just begging to be photographed. I could not put my camera down and…
Making Travel Dreams Reality- 7 Steps to Stop Dreaming and Start Packing
When I created this blog, my goal was to inspire others to travel, encourage people to live out their travel dreams. It was my hope, that by sharing my experiences…
Photo of the Week: Grand Foyer of Palais Garnier, Paris
The Palais Garnier, home to the Paris Opera, was the most stunning building we visited during our four day trip to Paris! The Grand Foyer was designed to resemble the gallery of…
Bamberg, Germany- A Bavarian Treasure
Germany definitely has no shortage of endearing, lovable medieval towns and Bamberg is no exception. Barely touched in World War II (only 4.6% destroyed), Bamberg offers authentic beauty and charm….
Nuremberg Castle- History, Tour and Tips for Visiting
Nuremberg, out of all the places we visited during our five weeks in Europe, surprised me the most. It was a place I hadn’t done much research on, for some…
Photo of the Week: Wall for Peace, Paris
UPDATE: In June 2020 the Wall for Peace was dismantled and moved to Avenue de Breteuil in the 15th arrondissement. We haven’t visited the new location. At the end of…
Rothenburg, Germany- An Enchanting Medieval Town
Our favourite stop along Germany’s “Romantic Road” was Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Historic, enchanting and unchanged throughout the centuries, Rothenburg just might be the most beautiful medieval town in Germany….
Europe at Night- Photo Series
Europe at night is absolutely stunning! All of the important buildings and monuments are illuminated, creating a romantic feel to whichever city you happen to be in. I thought some…
Photo of the Week: Fisherman’s Bastion, Budapest
Fisherman’s Bastion was my favourite place on Castle Hill in Budapest. It’s a unique looking structure built in neo-gothic and neo-romanesque styles, different from anything else you will see in…
The Eiffel Tower- Fun Facts, Photos and Tips for Visiting
The Eiffel Tower has long been an icon of Paris and one of the first things that come to mind when people think of the city (even France). I can’t…
Visiting Ostia Antica- Harbour City of Ancient Rome
One of my favourite archaeological sites in Italy is the Roman port town of Ostia Antica. You may not have even heard of it because it’s often overlooked by visitors…
Photo of the Week: Ponte Vecchio, Florence
The Ponte Vecchio, or “old bridge”, is a highlight of any visit to Florence. The medieval bridge spans the Arno River at its narrowest point but is so much more…
Romantic Paris- Our 6 Favourite Romantic Things to Do in Paris
Ah… romantic Paris. The “City of Love,” the “City of Light.” Paris has captivated me since my first trip to Europe in the eleventh grade. It was the city that…
One Day in Bruges- A Love Affair That Started With a Movie
It wasn’t until I saw the 2008 Colin Farrell movie “In Bruges”, a black comedy about two Irish hitmen in hiding, that I became aware of this Belgian town. I…