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Ghent, Belgium: The Perfect City for a Cozy Fall Getaway šŸ

Ghent, Belgium: The Perfect City for a Cozy Fall Getaway šŸ

It is now officially Fall, and while I like to hold on to Summer for as long as possible, this year I’m actually finding myself looking forward to some plaid shirt days and maybe something pumpkin spiced (don’t hate me for it!)

I Visited the ā€œMost Dangerous City in Franceā€ and All I Found Was Great Food

I Visited the ā€œMost Dangerous City in Franceā€ and All I Found Was Great Food

I’ve 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 they’ll start telling you how dangerous it is and how it's to be avoided. Well, I went anyway, and I’m so glad I did. Marseille has a young, energetic vibe much different from wha…


The Case for NOT Visiting the Greek Islands

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 don’t realize is that mainland Greece offers authentic experiences, with as much history, beauty, and flav…

Yes, Bodrum Lives Up to the Hype (Especially at the Table)

Yes, Bodrum Lives Up to the Hype (Especially at the Table)

Bodrum, it’s the stunning Turkish coastal town that you’ve 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 Mediterranea…


Puglia, Italy: A Gem, but Definitely Not Hidden

Puglia, Italy: A Gem, but Definitely Not Hidden

Until recently, you didn’t hear much about Puglia, Italy. It’s only in the past year or two that I’ve started to see it mentioned in travel articles and pop up on social media, often touted as the ā€œhidden 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

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 ā€œnormalā€ 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.