Rapallo was probably one of our favorite cities that we visited on our first trip to Italy! We stayed at the Astoria Hotel Rapallo, a boutique four-star hotel, in this lovely coastal town in the Italian Riviera. Rapallo was a great choice…
A Stay at Hotel Le Royal in the Montparnasse Neighborhood of Paris
There are so many hotels to choose from in the city of Paris – it’s a tough decision! What neighborhood do you want to stay in? Is it within walking distance to some of the main attractions? Is it near a…
The Best Way to See Paris is by Walking: 48 Hours in Paris on Foot
Walking is one of the best ways to explore a new city, and Paris is a perfect example of a destination you want to see on foot! Around nearly every corner, there’s something beautiful to admire from historical architecture to cute…
A Delicious Parisian Dinner at Moustache in the Montparnasse Neighborhood
On our last evening on our first trip to Paris, we ventured out to a little bistro called Moustache, just a short walk from our hotel (Hotel Le Royal) in the Montparnasse neighborhood. When choosing restaurants, we like to choose things…
Grab a Falafel and Wander Le Marais!
If I could name one place I’d love to visit Paris again to explore, it would be the Marais neighborhood! We wandered over to Le Marais after our visit to the Notre Dame. It’s just a short walk over the…
Montparnasse Dining – Le Bistrot des Campagnes
If you are looking for a hidden gem off the beaten path in the neighborhood of Montparnasse, look no further! Le Bistrot des Campagnes is your answer. We visited this place for two reasons: 1) It was in very close proximity to our…
Visiting Iconic Paris Sights with Limited Time: 48 Hours in Paris
If it’s your first time to Paris, you’ll definitely want to visit some of the great Parisian icons – The Louvre, The Arc de Triomphe, The Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral & Sacre Coeur! Here’s the rundown of our experience…
Tasting Parisian Food at Le Petit Broc in the Montparnasse Neighborhood
If you’re curious about what to eat in the neighborhood of Montparnasse, you won’t have to worry about options! On our first visit to Paris, we stayed in Montparnasse at the Hotel Le Royal on Boulevard Raspail. We typically like to find…
Hot Chocolate & Macarons at Angelina in Paris
When researching things to do for our first trip to Paris, two things that popped up quite a bit were to seek out the best hot chocolate in the city and to sample the macarons. But where does one start…
Lufthansa Premium Economy Review
On our very first trip to Italy in November 2015, we flew from San Francisco in Lufthansa Premium Economy to Genoa, Italy via Frankfurt and returned from Florence via Frankfurt. Why Premium Economy? Well, my husband is a big guy,…
A Visit to Multnomah Falls from Portland, Oregon
Multnomah Falls had been on our list of places to visit around Portland for a while, so this time, we made sure to plan a day to drive out to see the falls. It’s just over a half hour drive from…
Visit the Vista House: A Scenic Point in Corbett, Oregon
The Vista House is undoubtedly one of the best scenic points in the Columbia River Gorge. Built at the top of Crown Point off the I-84 along the Columbia River in Corbett, Oregon, this historic building has fixture for travelers…
