Europe

Being a tourist seems to paint a giant target on your back. Con artists and thieves like to prey on foreigners who wonder into their web. Locals aren't an exception, but they tend to be a bit savvier. When you are hundreds of miles away…

Winter is sneaking up on us and, while I love the snow, some cringe at the thought of the cold white slosh. Black Friday deals are already hitting the net and soon we will be enduring holiday music at every outlet. So, why not escape the…

Some of the most enjoyable vacations I have ever experienced focused on kid friendly activities. There is just something about sharing the culture and experiences with your kids that makes it even more special. The memory of seeing my…

The Baroque Period encompasses European art of the 17th century. The origins of the Baroque can be found in Rome, Italy and was surged by the counter-reformation. Italian Baroque artists exploited emotion and movement to create a greater…

My family consists of one hard-to-impress tween, one high maintenance kindergartener/part time diva and toddler who will go from a ball of cuddles to raging monster in less than 10 seconds. It's just how we function as human beings, but…

I love renting short-term or vacation apartments in Europe rather than hotel rooms. They tend to be cheaper and you get a lot more for your money. I like having the option of cooking my own meals, cleaning my laundry (if washer/dryer is…

In May of 2012 we traveled to Scotland.  We decided to rent a car and drive through the highlands of Scotland and visit several locations.  One of the places we wanted to visit was Isle of Skye.   No one prepared us for the crazy driving…

This will be our fourth trip to the Eternal City and YES there are still things we have not seen and have not done. We wanted to let you in on a few things we intend to do this visit and intend to write about. Ostia Antica is only a…

Ristorante Pizzeria Sacro e Profano is gorgeous inside as it is situated within and without of a former church which is said to be 1,000 years old and serves spicy southern Calabrese Italian food.  The restaurant is located not far from…

Most people assume that when they’re going to make a trip to England, the entire country will be the same. That’s not true. You’re visiting an entire country, just as you would be if you were planning to visit the US. You would never…