Le Vide Grenier: A French summer tradition
It’s the heat of summer, and in France, that means it’s Vide Grenier season. Vide Grenier translates to “empty attic”, and it’s a kind of [...]
Coffee breaks
We’re all creatures of habit, when it comes down to it. Even when we travel, there are still some comforting daily rituals that we like to indulge in. For me, [...]
There’s something about Bilbao
Have you ever traveled to a new city, and as soon as you arrived, it somehow just felt right? Like you could easily move there, and fit right in? It’s hard to put [...]
Barcelona Balconies
There’s no shortage of architectural beauty in Barcelona. I especially love the variety and ornateness of the many balconies that adorn the buildings in the city. [...]
Consider Tarragona
Do you know about Tarragona? No, not the herb. (That’s tarragon!) Tarragona is a city in Catalonia, on the Spanish Mediterranean, about 100 km west of Barcelona. [...]
Hot Spanish nights
When I think of Spain, I think: hot sun, gorgeous architecture, and lots of great food and wine. And when it’s too hot to stay inside everybody heads outdoors, [...]
New Street Art
I’m always on the lookout for colorful and interesting street art when I travel. Sometimes it’s just a fun sign for a local business, other times a [...]
I spy, with my little eye…
Something starting with the letter “C”. Whether I’m walking in Paris, biking around my neighborhood in Besançon, or skipping down the street in Seattle, [...]
Walking in Florence
Firenze! A short visit was long enough to see why so many people consider it their favorite city in Italy. When it comes to Florence, a picture really is worth a [...]
Cinque Terre, without the crowds
Yes, it’s still possible. Despite the fact that millions of Americans have added Cinque Terre to their bucket lists, you can still visit and enjoy the Five [...]
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