Ireland Travel Tips: Great Emerald Island Advice

Last updated on February 27th, 2025 at 04:56 pmIreland’s picturesque landscape, friendly locals, historic sites and a vibrant pub culture make it a popular place to travel. We fell in love with the Emerald Island the first time we visited for our 6th wedding anniversary. So much so that we relocated to Dublin and called…

Landscape of the Cliffs of Moher with the Atlantic Ocean, Ireland travel tips

Romantic Hotels in North America

Last updated on February 12th, 2024 at 07:34 pmValentine’s Day is around the corner, and if you didn’t make plans for the occasion, that’s ok. You can always surprise a loved one with a gift of an upcoming trip! We asked select travel bloggers to share their favorite romantic hotels in North America for some…

Romantic Hotels in North America

Best Hotels in Athens, Greece For All Budgets

Athens is Europe’s oldest capital. It is considered the birthplace of the foundations of western civilization. The city draws millions of visitors for world class sites like the Acropolis and great beaches around the mainland and Greek islands.

In recent years, many boutique hotels and apartments have been built to accompany a huge selection of hotels. Here are my tips for the best hotels to stay in Athens that are ideal for each travel budget!

view of the Acropolis from the rooftop terrace of the Grand Bretagne Hotel in Athens

Iconic Things to Do in Chicago

Last updated on February 10th, 2025 at 02:09 pmChicago feels more like New York than any other American destination. It’s the USA’s third largest city and pairs an impressive skyline with a diverse culinary scene. On warm days, the city’s beaches on Lake Michigan give the city a Miami vibe. If you visit Chicago for a…

London, Brussels, Amsterdam: One Week Itinerary

A week’s vacation in London, Brussels, and Amsterdam is a great idea, especially for beginners to European travel. London is the world’s grandest English speaking city. Brussels is the capital of the European Union, and offers one of Europe’s best culinary scenes. Amsterdam’s beautiful historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dotted with canals, the world’s most bicycle friendly city is the most charming of the three. We previously lived in Amsterdam for 3 and 1/2 years and know these European cities well. So here’s how to spend a week in London, Brussels, and Amsterdam!

Amsterdam canal with bikes on a bridge and a blue sky