The Most Iconic Eats Around the World

When one thinks of England, they think of Big Ben… and fish ‘n chips. When one thinks of Hawaii, they think of hula girls… and pigs roasted in the ground! Come along with me on a culinary adventure of the most iconic foods I’ve ever eaten–so far!

Valentine Traditions of the World

It’s Festive Friday and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so on this Festive Friday we are taking a look at Valentine’s Day traditions from all over the world! Please join me on this romantic jaunt around the globe! South Korea My husband whisked me away to Seoul last year for Valentine’s weekend, soContinue reading “Valentine Traditions of the World”

The Flight that Almost Wasn’t

Originally published on 4 February 2013. So there we were, Bianca and I. We awoke at 5:00 am as planned, but little did we know we should have woken up at 4:00! We packed our few belongings, squeezed into the tiny elevator for the last time, checked out, and set out for the train station!Continue reading “The Flight that Almost Wasn’t”

De Ja Vu: Paris, Day Two!

Originally published on 3 February 2013. Walking through Paris, I got the strangest case of déja vu, as if I’d seen it all before. And then I remembered… I have seen it! Before it was only in movies and descriptions from books and friends tales of visiting this city. But now, I’m actually here! Ready or not, Paris, hereContinue reading “De Ja Vu: Paris, Day Two!”

Paris Firsts

Originally published on 31 January 2013. Bonjour de Paris! (Hello from Paris!) This is my first time ever in Paris, and my travel mate Bianca and I are drinking in every moment! We flew in from Basel, Switzerland this morning, and we’re already pooped from just one afternoon. Join us on our journey! Starting in Basel,Continue reading “Paris Firsts”