Europe

As soon as my husband and I decided to go to Paris for the first time, a visit to the Eiffel Tower was first on our list. Once I saw you could climb the stairs instead of taking the elevator to its famous views, I knew that was the option I wanted. Despite being scared…

Planning on spending 2 days in Italy’s magnificent Cinque Terre? Great choice! The 2 days my husband and I spent in this UNESCO World Heritage Site were our favorite over 10 days exploring Italy. However, it might surprise you that I was reluctant to get excited for the Cinque Terre portion of our trip. The…

Are you looking looking for the perfect day trip from Amsterdam to round out your Netherlands adventures? Then taking a one hour train ride to Delft is the perfect choice. Following this Amsterdam to Delft day trip itinerary will quickly show you some of the country’s top cultural and historical sights. During my recent solo…

Are you wondering how much you’d need to save to afford the cost of a trip to Amsterdam? This is one of Europe’s most visited cities, and there are certainly times of the year that are more expensive than others. However, I’ve learned that Amsterdam can be made more affordable with some strategic planning. Shockingly,…

Are you thinking of doing some solo travel in Amsterdam, the Netherlands capital known for canal houses and stroopwafels?  Whether you love traveling independently or schedules simply didn’t line up, visiting this Dutch city alone is totally worth it. In fact, the week I recently spent exploring the Netherlands was one of my best solo…