Journaling The Journey
The unique island of Corsica truly dazzled and amazed us! It is a mountain fortress cloaked in emerald forests, plunging into a sea of impossible blues and greens. It’s an island of whispered histories, where ancient stone villages cling to granite peaks and the scent of wild maquis (native scrubland) hangs heavy in the air. […]
Corsica in a word is stunning! The name itself conjures images of raw, mountainous landscapes crashing into a sea of impossible blues. The French call it “L’Île de Beauté” – the Isle of Beauty – and nowhere is this more evident than along its coastline. But with so many options, how do you find the […]
The Cinque Terre, a string of five ancient fishing villages perched dramatically along the rugged Italian Riviera, is a destination that captures the imagination. Its colourful houses tumbling towards the turquoise Ligurian Sea, terraced vineyards clinging to steep cliffs, and breathtaking hiking trails offer an unforgettable Italian experience. But with five distinct villages, each with […]
Madrid in a Day, can it really be done? The answer is a resounding yes. Of course this super walkable and lively city deserves a lot more time. However, if you just have one day in Madrid, then let’s maximize it and pack as much as possible into this fabulous city visit. I have spent […]
Madrid, the buzzing capital of Spain, is one of my favorite cities. I have been coming here since the 1980’s when my Mom and I decided to spend a summer traipsing through Europe together. Ah, such great memories…. When visiting Madrid, it’s tempting to stay inside the capital’s lively plazas and art museums. But some […]
Rob and I have been visiting London since the early 1990’s when we traveled for over a year with our toddler son. This city has grown and morphed through the decades to become one of the most exquisite and walkable cities in the world! Although this 2 days in London itinerary doesn’t include everything – […]
The Afitos Kassandra Greece Peninsula is one of those super special places where you are close to amenities yet still quite remote (if you want to be). Our favorite thing to do here is settle into one of the great guesthouses near Afitos Beach and wander the peninsula surrounded by crystal clear water and white […]
My earliest memories of the beaches in Alicante were when Rob and I (and our toddler son) traipsed through Spain during the early 1990’s. So much has changed since then, especially in the highly touristy areas of Costa Blanca that the beaches in Alicante are part of. Many new hotels, resorts, restaurants and overall eateries […]
Akrotiri beaches, and the southwestern edge of Santorini that they sit on, were our first stops on Santorini. Why? Well, this is the historical Akrotiri peninsula which is far less touristy than the busy and splashy Oia. This region isn’t just a collection of secluded beaches; it’s a journey through time, a feast for the […]
Milan may not be the most popular destination in our beloved Italy. Yet, it is one of the best transportation hubs in the country and reaches almost anywhere by train. There are many unique day trips from Milan Italy making it a great place to travel from…if only for a day or two. If you […]