Tag Archives: France

Honeymoons for Foodies

You’re finally on your honeymoon after months of stressful wedding preparations and sleepless nights.  You want to relax, and if you’re a foodie, one of the best ways to do that is to find a quiet restaurant where you can take your time deciding on a meal and then savoring every morsel!  Or maybe you […]

A Taste of Bordeaux with AmaWaterways

Embark on an extraordinary journey through France’s iconic Bordeaux wine region with AmaWaterways. My recent voyage aboard the elegant AmaDolce combined rich history, vibrant culture, and unparalleled wine experiences. Here’s an in-depth look at the highlights of this celebrated region, renowned for producing some of the world’s finest red wines. From Bordeaux to Libourne: The […]

Travel Trends for 2024 and Beyond

Are you starting to think about your travel plans for this year – and 2025?  It’s a good idea to start now as people are traveling like there’s no tomorrow, planning well in advance to secure the most desirable flight times, accommodations, and tour options to say nothing of early booking discounts and bonuses.  Especially […]

Spring Break Off the Beach

Not everyone is a beach lover, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have other spring break choices.  A trip to Europe is a good idea at this time of year as popular attractions will be much less crowded than they are in the summer, and the weather will be less oppressive.  This kind of vacation […]

Find “Off Season” Deals for Travel to Europe

Traveling to Europe during the “off season” (November through March) has a few drawbacks offset by many advantages.  The disadvantages are that some popular attractions will have shorter hours or be closed altogether.  The weather can be iffy or downright terrible, but if you’re prepared with proper clothes and shoes you can be comfortable.  And […]

Visiting Europe by Cruise Ship

Have you been to Europe? I just went for the first time and we chose to visit Europe via a cruise. I would highly suggest a cruise for your first European adventure. You have the luxury of experiencing multiple countries and you only have to unpack once.  What countries do you want to see? We had […]

Romantic Honeymoons on a Cruise

A cruise can be a very romantic honeymoon with the right planning. Imagine sitting on your balcony sailing the seas.  Imagine seeing multiple islands or even countries without having to haul your bags, switch trains, or spend your afternoons going through airport security! Where are you … The Caribbean? The Greek Isles? Hawaii? French Polynesia? […]

Missy’s European River cruise in the south of France

Tournon France on Uniworld river cruise

Embark on a sensory journey through southern France, where Côtes du Rhône wine, Crêpes Suzette, and breathtaking landscapes await. Follow in the footsteps of artistic legends like Van Gogh, Cézanne, and Gauguin as you cruise the stunning Rhône and Saône rivers, uncovering hidden treasures from the majestic Palace of the Popes to a historic Roman […]