Category: Travel
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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…
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Our Annual Mother-Daughter Trip: Exploring the Magic of Ireland
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It’s that time of year again for our annual mother-daughter trip! It took us some time to decide which country to choose from so many beautiful choices. We made a confident decision that it was going to be Ireland. The planning process for any trip always sparks such excitement. The…
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How Travel Connects Us
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Lately, I’ve been writing more about life and its reflections, the kind that sneak up on you when you least expect them. But today, I’m switching gears and taking a little walk down the aisle of travel and how travel connects us. A Long Overdue Visit I recently took a…
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Leaving France for the United States
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The day had finally arrived for leaving France for the United States. We were off to Paris on the TGV! (The fast train) My suitcase was miraculously packed, though it had put up a good fight. Honestly, suitcase zippers deserve way more recognition. Their sheer determination to unite two sides…
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A Day Exploring Car-Free Murren
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Seeing the light peer through the curtains, I eagerly pulled them open to reveal the Swiss Alps. The view overlooking Lake Thun and the village below from the chalet was breathtaking! The crisp morning air, the shimmering water below, and the towering peaks in the distance set the perfect scene, what…
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A Scenic Adventure to Thun
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Next up is a scenic adventure to Thun. On our way to Thun, we made a spontaneous stop at a park along the Thun River. It was nothing short of breathtaking. The view was spectacular, an enormous lake stretched before us, surrounded by the towering Bernese Alps. It felt like…