Visiting Versailles was one of our favorite days we spent in Paris. Although it is outside of the city center and away from the other main attractions of Paris, for us it was definitely worth setting aside a good part…
Fishers Finery Packing Cubes: Review
When planning our 3 week trip to Europe this summer, I knew we would need to be smart about our packing situation. I knew we would be going from place to place and that we would be on a cruise…
The Towers of Notre Dame
While I did write a couple weeks ago about the Notre Dame Cathedral, I did not go into detail about the tower tour that is available there. This is because there is an extra cost and considerable extra effort involved…
Why You Don’t Need to See the Louvre
One of the most iconic places in Paris, after the Eiffel Tower, is probably the Louvre museum. With its glass pyramid entrance, it is an enticing museum to go see. But when we went we were very underwhelmed. How…
Packing Your Personal Carry-On
After flying and traveling across the world for 3 weeks, I came to discover what I actually, really, really needed in my backpack/purse. While traveling, I tend to overpack. I like to be prepared and ready for any situation. But…
Skoozzz Travel Sleep Mask Review
Sleeping is not something that comes easy to me, and when I am away from my own bed and the best pillow in the world this can be especially true. This is multiplied when I have to sleep in odd…
Pierron Designs Travel Scarf Review
We just spent the last three weeks in Europe for a wonderful vacation. We were able to explore parts of the world that we had never been and our eyes were opened to how other parts of the world operate.…
From the Road: Last Day in Venice
Since last you heard from us we have been to a lot of different places, finished an amazing cruise, and are just about to wrap up the European vacation. There has been so much going on that I couldn’t possibly…
How to Get International Flights on a Budget
We have been preparing since January to go on a trip to Europe this summer with some of our friends. One of the biggest expenses was our plane tickets. After doing a TON of research, we were able to score…
From the Road: In the Air
Today’s post from the road is actually a post from the air. Today we are spending all day in airports and on planes as we get closer and closer to our final destination in Europe! Make sure to be checking…