Bruges, Belgium hit most American radars in 2008 when the dark comedy, In Bruges, was released. I didn’t watch it, but somehow the idea of Bruges being a tucked away European destination nestled into the furthest reaches of my brain. So this fall, when we needed somewhere easily train-able from Amsterdam, Bruges crawled out of […]
Places to See, Things to Do
Where to visit, and When, Why, and What the heck to do while you’re there.
The Real Deal About Lille
Brian and I spent two days in Lille. We were here on a scouting mission, to see if it was a place we’d like to spend a month in next summer. We decided it is not the city for us. Here’s why: 1. A little stinky (not the cheese kind) We tromped around Lille basically […]
Beyond the Bikes: 6 Things That Will Surprise You in Amsterdam
The last time I was in Amsterdam was 20 years ago so coming back this time around was kind of like I’d never been at all. A lot of things change for a city over 20 years, not to mention how different I am from that 25 year old girl with a backpack and a […]
All You Need to Know About Visiting the Panama Canal
The Panama Canal is fascinating because it’s one of the only places that exists within one country, yet has had other countries spearhead its construction, and where countless other countries use it regularly and have a stake in how it is managed, operated, and maintained. The Canal has a rich (and often unpleasant) history but […]
Valparaíso or Viña del Mar: What You Really Need to Know About These Two Coastal Chilean Cities
If you’re planning a trip to Chile’s coast, you’re probably wondering whether Valparaíso or Viña del Mar is the right city for you. One is a Bohemian port town, and the latter, a more cosmopolitan beach destination. Both are about an hour and a half away from Santiago so it’s easy to visit as a […]
One Day in Santiago, Chile: A Whirlwind Itinerary for a Quick Stopover
Santiago, Chile has a huge international airport, (the third busiest in South America), and is often a jumping off point for other adventures in Chile and beyond. We spent a leisurely five days here but it is possible to see quite a bit of the city in just a day or two. So if you’re […]
4 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Went to Quebec City
I did plenty of research before heading over to this most-French of all North American cities but there were still some things that we weren’t quite prepared for. Below are four surprises we encountered in Quebec City. Consider yourself forewarned! 1. Quebec City is hilly. VERY HILLY. It is not a good city for the […]
Fredericksburg’s Finest Restaurant is…a Greenhouse
I have mixed feelings about this post. On one hand, I want to share my incredible experience and hope that it inspires others but I also kind of want to keep this all to myself. The more exclusive my experience stays, the fancier I feel. But y’all – I want you to know this place […]
Day Trip from Austin, Part IV: North to Georgetown
It’s here, the final day trip from Austin. We’re heading north to Georgetown, Texas! I’ve already posted about going South to New Braunfels, West to breweries, and East to parks so it’s only fitting to end with a day trip that incorporates a little bit of everything in its own unique way. North of Austin: […]
Day Trip from Austin, Part III: East to Parks and Pies
We’re going East of Austin, Texas for part three of my four part “directional” day trips series. You can get an early start and squeeze all the sights in or just pick one to make a day trip on its own. I’ve already posted about heading South to New Braunfels and West to breweries but […]