When I was looking for places to visit in England, I’ll be honest. Bath England wasn’t originally on my list. However, while researching an extended trip for a client, I got to know a bit about the city and was intrigued. The only logical thing to do was to visit Bath for myself, so I […]

I made absolutely sure I had all the insurance you could possibly buy before I hit the road. It wasn’t my first time traveling in England, but it was my first time renting a car with RHD (right-hand-drive). I was more than a little nervous. I lost track of how many times I said “stay […]

If you’re looking to treat yourself to an iconic London experience, you simply can’t miss out on afternoon tea in London. After all, you’ll need some refreshment between seeing sights. Places like Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, Covent Garden, Big Ben and The British Museum. And who can resist sipping on some aromatic tea […]

The historic pubs in London have been a quintessential part of British life for centuries. The pub is where you go to have a drink after work, meet and catch up with friends, and have a Sunday roast like your grandmother used to make. In nice weather you can spot a pub from down the […]

There are so many things to see and things to do in London. Let’s face it, there’s far more than you could possibly get through in a month or more. Over the last few years I’ve spent a lot of time in London, and I’ve still hardly scratched the surface. I’ve walked through the tourist […]

From the bustling streets of London to the rolling moors of Yorkshire, the nine regions of England offer a rich variety of experiences and destinations that make up this historic country. Each region blends natural beauty, history and culture in a way that makes England truly unique. Each of the regions of England have their […]

An iconic staple of French cuisine, crepes and galettes are a must-try when you visit Paris. With flavors ranging from savory to sweet, there’s a version of this French dish to satisfy every craving. But this leads to a question. How do you find the best creperies in Paris? First, let’s explore a bit of […]

Who doesn’t love Christmas time? Sparkling Christmas lights and lovely decorations abound, plus there are presents, good food, and extra days off work or school. Each country has its own traditions when it comes to celebrating Christmas, and Italy is no different. Not only are there several unique Italian Christmas traditions, those traditions can vary […]

While Germany may be the best known destination in Europe for Christmas markets, it’s definitely not the only place worth traveling to for the market scene! The Christmas markets in London are some of the best in Europe. London becomes magical at Christmas, and one of the reasons I actually prefer the Christmas markets in […]

London at Christmas becomes, in one simple word, magical. The sun sets early (as in 4:30pm early), leaving plenty of time in the evenings to walk around and soak in all the beautiful Christmas lights. It’s also a city full to the brim with Christmas markets, where you can find holiday themed food and drinks, […]