The Most Beautiful Towns in New England, That You Absolutely Must Visit

Yearning for some small town all-American charm? New England has some of the most beautiful small towns in the United States. Set on rocky shores or nestled in rolling mountains, New England’s quaint towns are filled with historic landmarks, white steepled churches, and magnificent old world architecture. The regional food is exquisite. You can dine … Read more

Dreamy Hidden Gems in Europe: 25+ Secret Small Towns You’ll Just Love

Planning a trip to Europe and looking for some unusual places to visit? Here’s my guide to 25+ hidden gems in Europe. I love ferreting out unique and less touristy hidden gems in Europe. In my lifetime of travels in Europe, it’s always the tiny picturesque towns that steal my heart, don’t let go, and … Read more

50 World Class Museums To Enjoy Virtually Online For Free

Scoping out some museums for art-inspired travel? Here’s my guide to the best virtual museums you can visit online at home from the comfort of your couch or computer. Many world class museums have released some or all of their collections online. Or they’ve partnered with Google Arts & Culture to make collections accessible in … Read more

Hidden Gems in France: The Most Beautiful (Mostly) Secret Villages in France

Here’s my guide to visiting 30+ of France’s secret out-of-the-way towns, villages, and hidden gems, for the more discerning traveler. France is my favorite country in the world. Its small towns are so appealing and romantic — swathed in centuries old cobbled lanes, stone cottages and castles, and tumbling geraniums. You’ll be transported back in … Read more

The Best 10 Day Itinerary For Southern France

Planning a trip to southern France? Welcome to one of Europe’s most famously picturesque regions. It’s the perfect place to take a road trip. And my recommended 10 day itinerary takes you to the drop dead gorgeous regions of Occitanie and Provence.  This stunning road trip route is dense with amazing must see medieval villages, … Read more

Dreamy Hidden Gems in Europe: 25 Secret Small Towns You’ll Just Love

Planning a trip to Europe and looking for some unusual places to visit? I love ferreting out unique and less touristy hidden gems in Europe. In my lifetime of travels in Europe, it’s always the tiny picturesque towns that steal my heart, don’t let go, and form the sweetest and most indelible travel memories. Here’s … Read more

8 Real Life Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Andalusia

Here’s my guide to the gorgeous and unmissable Game of Thrones filming locations in Andalusia. Much of HBO’s blockbuster show Game of Thrones is filmed in sunny southern Spain. For die-hard fans looking for some sun, Spanish flare, and a Game of Thrones fix, there are eight real life filming locations in Andalusia you can … Read more

10 Free & Fascinating Museums in Paris

Looking for some free things to do in Paris? Here’s my guide to the 10 best free museums in Paris. I’ve been to many Paris museums, both large and small, in my many visits to the City of Light over the years. These free museums are among the best museums in Paris. They have it … Read more