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I had never even heard of Bruges until I saw the movie In Bruges more than 15 years ago. This clever, darkly comedic film served as an unofficial tourism advertisement for one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. We immediately knew we had to add the “fooking fairytale” town …
On our recent spring trip to Europe, Belgium was a logical stop for a few days as we traveled by train from Paris to Amsterdam. While researching the perfect place to stay, I discovered Ghent as a charming alternative to the more well-known Bruges, Brussels, and Antwerp. I loved the …
It’s no secret that I love Christmas, and I love European travel. This year, a trip to Europe in December was not in the cards, so we decided to check out how Quebec City does Christmas! The historic Canadian city is rumored to be as close as you can get …
Visiting Lake Como feels like stepping in to the glamour of Hollywood past. You could stretch your time here as long as you would like, but unfortunately most of us have limited time off from work, and need to make it part of a longer European vacation. Lake Como especially …
Many of you know I’ve been diving into the world of points and miles to maximize both the quantity and the quality of our travel. Well, I found myself with 5 free Marriott nights (thanks to this card) that needed to be used by March of this year, so I …
An itinerary during the summer in Switzerland will typically take you from the highest mountain peaks to idyllic alpine lakes to cozy medieval towns. This variety in destinations and climate requires a diverse array of clothing and supply options. With the prevalence of train travel in Switzerland, you also want …
