Forget pumpkin spice. The arrival of Fall meant more than leaves changing – for me, it was about pumpkin patches, hayrides and steaming mugs of hot apple cider with a cinnamon stick. Long before Starbucks invention of the pumpkin spice latte (that was 2003, in case you’re wondering), I’d wait all year for Furhman’s Cider […]
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Dog-Friendly Saint-Émilion Châteaux to Visit with Your Pup
There’s no need to leave your pup at home when visiting the Bordeaux wine region! Many wine châteaux love your dog (almost) as much as you do. There are a number of dog-friendly Saint-Émilion châteaux that are proud to welcome both you and your pup for a visit. Here are some of dog-friendly wineries (though […]
Ile d’Aix: The Pearl of France’s Atlantic Coast
A tiny croissant-shaped island lay just off France’s Atlantic Coast. It’s not far from La Rochelle, but only accessible by boat. That little island, called Île d’Aix, is practically a French secret. Popular as a day-trip destination in the Charente-Maritime among almost exclusively the French, Île d’Aix is the epitome of French charm. There’s just […]
