Travel
Ghent, Belgium: The Perfect City for a Cozy Fall Getaway š
It is now officially Fall, and while I like to hold on to Summer for as long as possible, this year Iām actually finding myself looking forward to some plaid shirt days and maybe something pumpkin spiced (donāt hate me for it!)
I Visited the āMost Dangerous City in Franceā and All I Found Was Great Food
Iāve been enamored with Marseille ever since watching Anthony Bourdain explore it with Eric Ripert on Parts Unknown. But, mention Marseille to just about any French person and theyāll start telling you how dangerous it is and how it's to be avoided. Well, I went anyway, and Iām so glad I did. Marseille has a young, energetic vibe much different from whaā¦
The Case for NOT Visiting the Greek Islands
When most people imagine a vacation in Greece, they think about the postcard perfect views from Santorini, the glitzy beach clubs of Mykonos, or the colorful Corfu Old Town. However, what many donāt realize is that mainland Greece offers authentic experiences, with as much history, beauty, and flavā¦
Yes, Bodrum Lives Up to the Hype (Especially at the Table)
Bodrum, itās the stunning Turkish coastal town that youāve likely been seeing pop up all over your feeds this Summer, with claims that it is the next hot spot you need to know about (not BAH-drum as I hear many well-meaning influencers refer to it). But those in the know, know that Bodrum is nothing new. Its turquoise water and near-perfect Mediterraneaā¦
Puglia, Italy: A Gem, but Definitely Not Hidden
Until recently, you didnāt hear much about Puglia, Italy. Itās only in the past year or two that Iāve started to see it mentioned in travel articles and pop up on social media, often touted as the āhidden gemā of Italy, a place to enjoy wonderful scenery and eat amazing food without the crowds of Florence, Rome, or the Amalfi Coast.
Top 5 Dog-Friendly Countries in Europe
Meet Bindi, our little Labrador mix, who has been our loyal travel companion for the past decade. Bindi is no stranger to adventure. While she had a relatively ānormalā dog life for her first few years after we adopted her from a rescue in Northern Virginia, once we decided to take on new job opportunities in Europe, her life changed drastically.