Bordeaux. If you’ve ever even so much as browsed the wine aisle at a grocery store, you no doubt know of Bordeaux wine. Bordeaux is also a city and as we’ve {surprisingly} learned since we moved here more than two years ago, one that many people don’t even know exists. We say surprisingly, but one […]
Live Virtual Wine Tasting Experience
In Bordeaux, wine is a way of life. You don’t even have to be a wine drinker. This city was built on the wine trade and wine remains, to this day, an integral part of life in Bordeaux. Naturally, one of the things we miss most living in Bordeaux during this weird period of time […]
Longyearbyen: The World’s Northern Most City
Located at the top of the world, the Spitsbergen Archipelago situated between 74° and 81° north is truly a bucket list destination for adventurers. Somewhere between Norway and the North Pole, these islands are the epitome of raw, unspoiled wilderness. Snow-capped mountains give way to deep fjords. Massive ice sheets are home to the King […]
The Perfect 3-Days in Tenerife
Perched just a stone’s throw from Africa. Spanish by rule. Portuguese influence. Where tiny villages are nestled at ends of long, sandy beaches, you find every ecosystem from the jungle to the desert, and a mighty volcano stands tall right at the center of it all. This is Tenerife. While Tenerife is the most visited […]
The Do-It-Yourself Tour of Pompeii
You know it. The tour with the guide holding up a sign, umbrella or some other object so you don’t lose your group. Though it doesn’t really matter if you do lose your group – it’s so large, you have to battle your way to the front to even hear what the guide is saying. […]
The Best Wine Destinations Beyond Bordeaux
There are over 70 wine-producing regions in the world. Narrowing down where to go on a wine holiday is sometimes tough. And while we obviously love Bordeaux since we call the World Capital of Wine home, it’s always good to explore and drink more than the usual suspects. So pack a bag and leave plenty […]
10 Things to Do in San Gimignano
Tuscany is known for its dramatic landscapes and hilltop towns. Quite literally the embodiment of Tuscan hilltop towns, San Gimignano is the one that simply must be on your Tuscany itinerary. Known as Italy’s Medieval Manhattan with its skyline of fourteen stone towers rising dramatically from the Tuscan countryside, San Gimignano is a unique sight […]
A Barcelona New Year’s Eve Vacation
If you’re looking for the perfect New Year’s Eve vacation spot, you should consider Barcelona. As one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities, there is never really a bad time to visit this lovely town. Although passing through to ring in the new year lets you enjoy a slice of Spanish culture most visitors may never […]
10 Classified Bordeaux Wines for your Wine Collection
When it comes to Bordeaux wines, world-renowned names like Château Margaux and Château Pétrus typically come to mind. As do some stop-your-heart price tags that can make Bordeaux wines seem out of reach. But Bordeaux wines come in all price ranges, including a number of classified Bordeaux wines that are affordable for just about any […]
What to Expect During the Grape Harvest in Bordeaux
As September rolls around, Bordeaux is always a flurry of activity. The harvest in Bordeaux, or le vendage, is one of the most critical parts of the entire wine making process. It’s the time when the winemaker feels they’ve achieved the perfect balance in the vineyard. The vineyards are suddenly full of vendanguers (literally grape […]
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