Category: Travel
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Buying a Car in France as an Expat: Step-by-Step Guide
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Buying a car in France can feel intimidating at first especially as an expat, but it’s a very doable process once you know the steps. From paperwork to insurance, inspection, and even alternative ways to buy a car. Here’s everything I learned when I purchased my used car a few…
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Visiting Lake Como : Italy’s Most Beautiful Lakeside Town
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Arriving in Como revealed yet another facet of Italy’s beauty. Nestled near the Italian Alps about 30 miles north of Milan, the town sits bedside Lake Como. A glacial lake surrounded by mountains that rise dramatically from the water. Visiting Lake Como was a top place on our Italy bucket…
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Venice at Night : Walking Through Italy’s Most Timeless City
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Walking through Venice at night felt utterly magical. I would highly recommend experiencing the city after dark, when the crowds thin and the streets transform into something quieter and more intimate. Each winding alley seemed to hold its own personality, every turn revealing a different version of old-world charm. Tiny…
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Venice at Christmas – A Winter Road Trip Through the Alps to Italy
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When my daughter came to visit for Christmas we had ten precious days together and we fully intended to make the most of them. Rather than staying close to home, we decided that after Christmas would be the perfect time for a few short adventures. Less rushing, fewer crowds and…
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10 Essential Gifts for Expats: Practical Must-Haves
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Moving abroad is certainly an adventure, exciting, beautiful but yet it can feel overwhelming all at the same time. Whether someone is relocating for retirement, work, or a new chapter of life, here are a few simple gifts that can make the transition feel smoother and more welcoming. In this…
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Falling for New Orleans: A Month of Culture, Flavor, and Life Lessons
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This past summer I completely overlooked writing about one of my favorite cities, New Orleans. It feels fitting to circle back and share that chapter, because it marked the first step in my journey toward moving to France. For a month and half, it was just my dog and me…
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5 Things To Know Before Moving Abroad
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If you have ever toyed with the idea of moving abroad you’ve probably imagined the cobbled stone streets, the old world architecture, sunsets looking over terraced mountains dotted with quaint homes. I know I did. But once the dreams settled in reality quickly showed up with a to do list…
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Things No One Tells You About Moving Abroad
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If you’ve ever thought about living abroad, here’s what I wish I’d known and the things no one tells you about moving abroad. Have you ever thought about moving to another country, then immediately talk yourself out of it because it seemed impossible? I get it. I almost did the…
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Witnessing Sunset at the Cliffs of Moher: A Mother-Daughter Memory
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This Blog entry is dedicated solely to witnessing sunset at the Cliffs of Moher: a mother-daughter memory because their sheer magnificence deserves nothing less than center stage. After enjoying a leisurely lunch at a charming outdoor cafe, we set our sights on the Cliffs of Moher. Our intention was to…
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Exploring Ireland’s Burren by Bike: A Memorable Mother-Daughter Trip
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Once the sunlight peeked through the window shades we knew it was time to rise and shine for our packed day of adventure ahead. First up, exploring Ireland’s Burren by Bike through the picturesque landscapes of Kilcorney and Magheraweeleen followed by a breathtaking sunset visit to the iconic Cliffs of…