Let’s talk about what it is really like to visit Paris in March. Right at the cusp of spring and end of winter, March is a time of transition in Paris. And it may be one of the better months to visit. I should know, because after 17+ visits (I know, it’s literally my personality …
If there is one thing you need to know about me, it’s that I love lavender. I love lavender pillow spray, lavender scented things, lavender ice cream, tea with lavender, and more. I even have a lavender bundle that’s been sitting on my kitchen table for years. So when a chance to visit the best …
I am officially obsessed with Corsica and won’t shut up about it. Shall we dive into my 10-day Corsica road trip itinerary that got me hooked? It all started when I was actually making plans to be in Paris for the Grand Masked Ball at Versailles in June. But…while I was there, I figured I’d …
Planning a visit to Paris in February? Thankfully, the shortest month of the year packs a punch for visitors and locals alike! I was lucky enough to be in Paris in February last year, and it was nothing short of amazing! Seriously! Yes, it was chilly, but we were lucky enough to be met with …
You’ve seen people rave about Nice, Cannes, and even Saint-Tropez, but is Antibes worth visiting? And is it worth adding to your French Riviera itinerary? I’ll be honest, it wasn’t on my first South of France itinerary a few years ago. But that was simply because I only had a week and I wanted to …
Annecy is easily one of the most beautiful towns in France. With flower-lined canals, a breathtaking lake surrounded by craggy mountain peaks, and charming Medieval buildings, spending one day in Annecy is a dream. Annecy is one of my favorite places in France and it isn’t difficult to see why. Not only is Annecy worth …
The Strasbourg Christmas market is the holiday wonderland of your dreams. Each year, this city, known as the Capital of Christmas, becomes aglow with twinkling lights and dreamy chalets selling anything from local wines to artisan goods. Visiting the Strasbourg Christmas markets is a 5-senses experience. Between the taste of spiced gingerbread, smells of vin …
There are many things to know before visiting Paris for the first time. During my first trip to Paris back in 2012, I can honestly say that I wish I knew then what I do now. But after having lived in France and visited Paris many times, I have some great Paris travel tips to …
Visiting Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat was one of the highlights of my 2-week South of France road trip that I took last summer. So let’s talk about the best things to do in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat so you have the perfect weekend there! I know, I said weekend, because I honestly think that Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat deserves way more than just a …
Paris at Christmastime, I can remember it fondly in my mind. Images spring forth of twinkling lights around the city, dazzling window displays at Galeries Lafayette, melty raclette cheese being scraped onto a baguette at the Tuileries Christmas market, and all the excuses to have sips of mulled wine in between rounds of Champagne and …