La Serenissima, as the Republic of Venice is known, was anything but serene during the Carnevale di Venezia. At that time Venice was known as the pleasure playground of Europe; a must-stop on The Grand Tour. Carnival was a time that Venetians and visitors alike unabashedly took part in revelry and licentiousness, any cares cloaked […]
History of the Venice Carnival Masks
Venice Carnival is a centuries old tradition and one of the world’s most famous carnivals. The Carnival of Venice also became our own tradition during the seven years that we called Italy home, masquerading each year in La Serenissima with the locals and tourists alike. The costumes, events and parties over the 10 days leading […]
10 Things No One Ever Tells You About the Northern Lights
My quest to see the Northern Lights began in September 2011 and we’ve been chasing them every winter season since. I had literally just left from visiting Tim while he was living in Iceland and the very next night the Northern Lights danced for a week straight. They were so bright and so active, they […]
6 Spectacular Iceland Waterfalls
Iceland is full of glacial rivers that produce countless spectacular waterfalls. Some pour out of cliff faces as you round the next bend on Route 1, Iceland’s Ring Road. Others can only be reached by a hike. Some are famous; others don’t even have names. And while Iceland waterfalls literally number in the thousands, here’s […]
Guide to Dog-Friendly Bruges, Belgium
Bruges, or Brugge as it’s called in Old Dutch, just so happens to be one of Europe’s best preserved medieval cities. And when it comes to dog-friendly Belgium, Bruges also happens to be one of best city breaks to take with your dog. In fact, this dog-loving city boasts over 1.3 million pets registered in […]
10 Trips to Take With Your Tax Return
April 15 is fast approaching. It’s a day we all dread, but the IRS reported that 8 in every 10 tax returns filed last year got a refund. And if you got a refund, it was probably a nice chunk of change. The IRS also reported that the average refund amount was $3053. You may […]
5 Fun Facts About Fondue (And Where to Eat it in Zermatt)
There are a few things that are quintessentially Swiss and come to mind immediately at the mention of Switzerland: cheese, oh-so-yummy Swiss chocolate, and fondue. It seems a trip to Switzerland isn’t complete without a delicious fondue, at least for us. But have you ever sat twirling your hunk of bread in the gooey melted […]
A Local’s Guide to the Top Things to Do in Bordeaux
The fact that Bordeaux is like Mecca for wine lovers is certainly what drew us to come visit this city and worship at the altar of some of the world’s best wines. But Bordeaux is more than just sipping Grand Cru Classé at châteaux; it’s a beautiful and compact city who’s been getting a shiny […]
10 Must-Visit Places in Sardinia
There’s just no other place like Sardinia. It’s an island of spectacular unspoilt nature. Towering mountains slope toward the coast. Villages bookend cliffs sculpted by the wind, long beaches, and bays hidden by the Mediterranean scrub. Sardinia truly does have it all. While the promise of la dolce vita and tranquil turquoise waters lapping at […]
10 Reasons to Go to Nuremberg’s Christkindlesmarkt
Christmas markets are absolutely magical. The scents of chestnuts roasting, gingerbread baking, and wine mulling waft through the air. The historical cities that play home to them ooze atmosphere and the chilly and sometimes snowy weather is the perfect excuse to snuggle up with your special someone. I’ve done just that as I’ve dragged Tim […]
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