We first visited Boston, Massachusetts when I was in high school. At the time, I didn’t know what to expect, but the city quickly grew on me. Six years and three more trips later, I can now confidently say Boston is by far my favorite U.S. city. Boston stands out thanks to its dramatic history […]
Cortona, Italy epitomizes the image of a Tuscan hillside town. While tourists keep the town abuzz, locals also fill the winding hillside streets and town park. Fortification walls encircle Cortona’s medieval stone-clad buildings to further the town’s history. As such, cars very rarely drive through the center of town. The main street, Via Nazionale is
Speyer, Germany holds a special place in my heart, as it was my home when I studied abroad in college. Speyer is unique because while it boasts a historic old town and is a key port for short stops on Rhine River cruises, it is not a popular stop for day trippers or overnight tourists.
Located off the coast of Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard is the quintessential image of New England’s sea-side. We’ll admit – when we first arrived, everything seemed overpriced, and many of the “must do” activities seemed over-hyped. However, after spending a couple of days on the island, it quickly became one of our favorite places. Martha’s
Mürren, Switzerland, famous for being a hillside, pedestrian only town, and for its association with the James Bond movies, is a storybook ski town in the Swiss alps, with breathtaking views from its’ cliffside location. While famous for skiing, the town’s many ski lifts offer visitors access to summer hiking as well. Located in the
A classic stop on any European sightseeing tour, Rome, Italy is famous for its good food, architecture, art, and history. Whether you are going to Rome with the goal of seeing as many museums and historic sites as possible, or you care more about eating the food and sitting on the Spanish Steps with a
We stayed in Sydney, Australia for a few nights before taking an Australian cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. While had never been Sydney, we assumed we would mostly spend our time adjusting to the time change. But, we loved the city and the different things to do in Sydney after our visit. Here’s our
We first visited Ehrwald, Austria 18 years ago, and it continues to be one of our most beloved places to return to. The town is located at the base of the Zugspitze (the tallest mountain in Germany, located on the German-Austria border). Ehrwald is particularly special because of the Spielmann family, who have built and
Colmar is located in the center of the Alsace region of France, and looks like the center of Fantasyland in Disneyland. Because the region’s control was passed between French and German Rulers throughout history, the fairytale style architecture reflects both cultures. This combination of architecture has resulted in colorful half-timbered houses throughout the region. Colmar
Of the major European cities, Paris is by far our family’s favorite place to go. We particularly love Paris as a spot to adjust to the time change when traveling from the United States. From its sprawling boulevards to romantic side streets, there is nearly an infinite amount of things to visit and do. We
