Great Tips for Visiting Lille, France

Last updated on February 1st, 2024 at 06:24 pmLille is a charming destination in northwest France near the Belgian border. Like any major French city, it features beautiful architecture and exceptional cuisine. A unique aspect of Lille is that due to its geographic location, it is more of a beer drinking town compared to many…

How to Move to Europe?

Last updated on March 4th, 2024 at 02:00 pmThinking to move to Europe? As an American and Aussie married couple, who previously resided in Amsterdam and Dublin for a combined 6 years, and currently publishing this while on a work trip in Berlin, we say do it if you can! And for many, you certainly…

Tips for Visiting Bordeaux in Summer

Last updated on February 1st, 2024 at 04:36 pmBordeaux blends beautiful architecture with a relaxed French ambiance. A fantastic culinary scene is on offer on the restaurant terraces lining sublime squares dating back centuries. The UNESCO World Heritage town of Saint Emilion, just 21 miles (35 km) from Bordeaux is a world class wine producing…

a grand water fountain in Bordeaux, France

Attending the Tour de France

Last updated on March 29th, 2015 at 05:43 pm  2014 is a special year for the Tour de France as the race is commemorating the 100 year anniversary of the start of World War II. This year the race runs from July 5th-July 27th and begins in Leeds, England. The first three stages of this…

2013 Year End Review- Where We Travelled This Year

Last updated on January 4th, 2014 at 10:06 am  2013 was our second calendar year living in Ireland, and it was a great year exploring the emerald island even further. And like many of the nearly 6 years we’ve lived in Europe, it was also a busy year of globe trotting for us. In total…