It’s 6:00AM, and the sun is already pouring through the windshield of your parked van, turning the cabin into an oven. You pull back a curtain for some air, then notice a stranger glancing in as they walk past. Do you keep the daylight and airflow, or shut everything up and sweat it … [Read more...]
European Escapes for Celebrating Special Occasions
Some milestones deserve more than an extravagant dinner or a thoughtful gift. Show your appreciation or affection with an escape to one of Europe’s most extraordinary destinations for celebrating special occasions. From remote spots with enchanting scenery to electric capitals with centuries of … [Read more...]
How to Pack Delicate Jewellery Safely for a Weekend Away
Packing for a weekend away sounds simple until you remember everything that needs to come along. Clothes, toiletries, chargers, children’s essentials and a few favourite accessories can quickly turn a small overnight bag into a game of Tetris. Jewellery is particularly easy to overlook, yet a little … [Read more...]
What I Bought in Paris: Cheap, Easy-to-Carry Supermarket Souvenirs & Little French Gifts
One of my favourite parts of travelling is bringing home the little things that remind me of the place - and Paris turned out to be particularly good for this. Of course I bought fridge magnets and bookmarks! But I also wanted small, useful, inexpensive things that I could actually fit into my … [Read more...]
What Should Parents Know About Front Seat Rules in Minnesota?
Minnesota parents should understand that front-seat safety is not determined by age alone. Children should generally remain in the back seat until they are properly suited for an adult seat belt, and child restraint requirements depend on the child's age, height, weight, and the type of safety … [Read more...]
Paris Metro Line 6: The Scenic Metro Ride You Shouldn’t Miss
When you’re sightseeing in Paris, some of the best experiences aren’t necessarily the ones you have to buy a ticket for. One of my favourite little Paris travel discoveries was on Metro Line 6 - a metro journey that doubles as a surprisingly beautiful sightseeing … [Read more...]
Colmar Between Trains: What a Half-Day Actually Gets You
Colmar sits on the main line through Alsace, so plenty of visitors arrive with a few hours between one train and the next. Those few hours are enough for the good bits, as long as you're not hauling a wheeled case over cobbles. Deal with the bag first and then forget about it for the rest of the … [Read more...]
Amsterdam to The Hague by FlixBus: The Day I Went to Meet the Girl with the Pearl Earring
There are some places you visit because they are on your itinerary, and then there are places you visit because there is one particular thing you simply cannot leave the country without seeing. For me, that thing was Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring. And it was on my itinerary the minute I … [Read more...]
Europe on a Budget: Why I Chose FlixBus for Amsterdam → Brussels → Bruges → Paris
When you picture travelling between European cities, it is easy to automatically think trains. And yes, trains are usually faster, comfortable and wonderfully convenient. But while planning my recent Europe trip, I discovered another option that made a lot of sense for a budget-conscious traveller: … [Read more...]
8 Unforgettable Vegan Cooking & Baking Experiences in Europe
Vegan travel doesn't have to mean simply finding another plant-based restaurant. Across Europe, travellers can now get behind the counter and learn how to make everything from Portuguese custard tarts and Tuscan pasta to Belgian chocolate and Italian gelato. Food is one of the best ways to … [Read more...]