Here are all of my tips for visiting Montmartre from a local. As a Parisienne who frequently visits this part of the city, I’d like to share a bit of my insight and love for Montmartre. People tend to either love or hate this 18th arrondissement. It is truly a colorful and lively place in more than one way. This…
Here is our couple’s guide to Loire Valley, France. This region of France is filled with chateaux, vineyards, cathedrals, and beautiful French countryside landscapes. Does it really get anymore romantic than that? Getting To Loire Valley: You can take a direct 1 hour 15 min TGV train in from Paris. You will start at Paris Montparnasse and it will cost…
This is a collection of Ultimate Paris bucket list items ! I have lived here for almost three years now, so I’m definitely not a native Parisian. Although some people may disagree, I consider myself a bona fide local. This blog post includes all of the must-see places in Paris. It’s actually the list that inspired me to create a…
Autumn in Madrid is the perfect time to visit. The parks, the Christmas markets, and the indoor activities are just a few of the reasons why you should go during the fall. Honestly, Madrid is one of those cities that had to grow on me. I usually love being near a river, an ocean, or a mountain. Therefore, I immediately…
We visited Manchester, England during the Christmas season. As we pulled into Manchester, it felt like a mixture of Dublin and London combined. The old brick buildings reminded me of Dublin and of course the English accents and food reminded me of London. Where should we stay in Manchester, England during the Christmas season? Mid-Range: We stayed at the Gotham…
