I saw some of the most spectacular Carnival costumes in Venice. I couldn’t believe the lavish gowns, heavy headpieces and mysterious masks. Here are some of my favorites.
The most spectacular carnival costumes in Venice
5 tips to avoid crowds in Venice during Carnival
I knew Carnival would bring large crowds and higher prices. But I also knew this would be an unforgettable experience. Here are 5 things I did to avoid crowds in Venice during Carnival.
11 best brunch spots in Amsterdam
I started with the 8 best brunch spots in Amsterdam, but quickly found more favorites. Pin this article as the list keeps getting longer and longer.
Visiting Cassis, France
A colorful fishing village with easy-access to nature. Don’t miss the calanques or the Route des Crêtes and along the way enjoy vineyards, beaches, day hikes and sailing.
What to do in Mandal Norway
Mandal, Norway is one of Southern Norway’s best resort towns to visit for a weekend. A great selection of outdoor activities: hiking, climbing and boating.
A Weekend in Kristiansand Norway
We spent a weekend in Kristiansand, Norway – one of the cutest seaside towns in Southern Norway. It was a weekend filled with hiking, climbing and relaxing.
Fishermen’s Trail: hiking in Southwest Portugal part 2
The second half of a five-day hike along the Fishermen’s Trail in Southwest Portugal. From Cavaleiro to Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe and ending in Arrifana.
Fishermen’s Trail: hiking in Southwest Portugal part 1
Over Easter I hiked the Fishermen’s Trail with my hiking guide and amiga, Julie. It’s a five-section five-day hike that totals 125 kilometers aka 77.6 mile and is part of the Rota Vicentina in Southwest Portugal.
Santorini – What to do and where to eat
Everything you need to know about what to do and where to eat in Santorini. Fresh fish, plenty of wine and lots of shops.
17 Pinch Myself Moments of 2017
2018 is already off to a good start – rung in the New Year at a beach house in Maine with 16 of my closest friends and -6 degree weather followed by three cozy days of snowed in heaven with my mom and sister. On the flight back to Amsterdam I had a bit of […]