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…
Visiting Brussels- Belgium’s Quirky Capital
“This place is so strange.” “This city is bizzare.” “Now, that’s just weird.” Those are all statements I made over and over again as we wandered around Brussels, Belgium’s quirky…
Photo of the Week: Autumn at Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
Neuschwanstein Castle is the theatrical creation of King Ludwig II, also known as “mad” Ludwig. He ordered it to be built in 1869 on a craggy hill in Hohenschwangau, Germany,…
The Vienna Card- Worth it or a Waste of Money?
A lot of cities nowadays offer tourist cards, a card you purchase that gives you discounts to popular attractions, activities, and even transportation. We’ve bought these cards in a few…
Vienna for Non-Museum Lovers- Finding the Fun
When Mike and I arrived in Vienna, we were three weeks into our five week European vacation. We’d had long days of admiring the intricate architecture of churches and fine…
Photo of the Week: Wurzburg Residence Garden, Germany
The Wurzburg Residence is one of the largest and most magnificent Baroque palaces in Germany. It was built between 1720-1744 under the patronage of the Prince-Bishops of Schonborn. The interior…
Sainte-Chapelle- A Stained Glass Masterpiece in Paris
When Mike and I were planning our 4 day trip to Paris, some relatives recommended that we go visit Sainte-Chapelle, a tiny church in the centre of Ile de la Cite….
The Conciergerie, Paris- History and Tour of a Palace Turned Prison
When I was in high school, my favourite subject was Social Studies. I loved learning about history and one of my favourite units was the French Revolution. I remember learning…
Notre-Dame de Paris- History, Architecture and Tips for Visiting
On a small island in the Seine river, you will find the world famous Notre-Dame Cathedral, its towers reaching up to Heaven from the heart of Paris. It’s a cathedral…
Île de la Cité- An Island in the Heart of Paris
Paris’ soul is on a small island in the Seine. The Île de la Cité is where Paris was born- a modest settlement called Lutetia, established by the Parisi Gauls,…
The Bone Church- Sedlec Ossuary, Kutna Hora
Flipping through a brochure offering excursions from Prague, I came to a listing for the UNESCO Heritage Site, Kutna Hora. “Silver mining town…former Royal Mint…15th century stone fountain…” Sounds alright, but…
Photo of the Week: Alpsee Lake, Germany
No trip to Bavaria is complete without a visit to Alpsee Lake. Just four kilometres southeast of Füssen, Alpsee Lake sits nestled between wooded mountain slopes, in an area so…
Five Weeks in Europe- Our Itinerary’s Hits and Misses
For our honeymoon, Mike and I decided to spend five weeks in Europe. We travelled to six different countries experiencing everything from small lakeside villages in the mountains, to one…
Capture the Colour- Photo Series
When Travel Supermarket launched a photo contest for travel bloggers called Capture the Colour, I was excited to participate because I love taking pictures of colourful places around the world….
Photo of the Week: Temple of Hephaestus, Athens
The Temple of Hephaestus is the best preserved Doric temple in Greece. It was built on the western edge of the Ancient Agora in honour of God of the Forge,…
Porto Venere and Cinque Terre, Italy
On the Ligurian coast of Italy, you’ll find five colourful seaside villages, nestled along a jagged coastline and surrounded by terraced vineyards. Known as Cinque Terre, or “five lands”, the…
Photo of the Week: Downtown Lights, Edmonton, Alberta
When you’ve lived in the same city for a long period of time, sometimes it’s hard to feel inspired by it. It’s easy to become jaded and no longer notice…
Trevi Fountain- Getting to Know Italy’s Most Famous Fountain
A dramatic Baroque masterpiece, Rome’s Trevi fountain is considered to be the most famous fountain in the world. Each year, 7-10 million tourists make their way to Rome. One look…