Europe

A Perfect Day in Bruges: The Ultimate Itinerary

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 …

5 Reasons We Chose Ghent Over Bruges and Brussels

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 …

The Perfect 3 Days in Lake Como: What to Do (and What NOT to Do)

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 …

Ranking the Best Christmas Markets in Vienna

Since I learned of the existence of European Christmas markets, I dreamed of visiting during this magical season. My husband is a little less enthusiastic about Christmas, but I knew the boozy hot beverages, beautiful lights, and epic backdrops would win him over (spoiler: I was correct). Plus, there are …

One Amazing Day in Zermatt, Switzerland: The Best of the Matterhorn Village

If you don’t have multiple leisurely days to devote to seeing everything Zermatt has to offer and need to maximize limited vacation time, this guide is for you! I consider the Matterhorn a must-see for your first trip to Switzerland and was concerned about not having enough time to “do …

Complete Guide to the Christmas Markets in Munich: Food, What to Wear, and More!

Looking for information about the Christmas markets in Munich, including what to wear so you stay comfortable and stylish? You’ve found it! Nothing is more magical than exploring a brightly lit European Christmas market with a mug of mulled wine and snow softly falling! Munich is a great spot to …

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