House Sitting in the Languedoc
"What on Earth have you gotten us into?" he said - looking half skeptical yet half ready to take on the adventure. "Dog sitting in French wine country - what's not to love? We even get to walk them in a
Where to Find Europe in the United States
As a lover of Europe, I often find myself missing the ancient buildings, glorious architecture and stone streets of the old world. Still, if you look you can find hints of Europe here in the U.S. if you need a
Paris in Black and White
We took a late November/early December trip to Paris & Venice with my husband and his parents for their birthdays. Any time in Paris is worth photographing, but because of the grey weather in the temperate zone I was not
Take a Private Flight to St Barts
St Barts is the jewel of the Caribbean. Frequented by the rich and famous, it's low key glamour is a step above most other islands in the area. If you really want to experience the lifestyle, a private flight to
A Tale of Two Portofinos
One is an Italian fishing village established by the Romans, the other, a meticulous recreation opened at Universal Orlando in 1999. Though they are separated by an ocean and a millennium, the intentional similarities are striking. Portofino, Italy The Italian version is a bonafide member
Exploring Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre are five seaside towns set amidst the rocky coast of western Italy. Located in the region of Liguria, they are part of the Italian Riviera. Though they have become popular, they still have an undiscovered feel. Tourists here are
Driving Tuscany: The Two Best Wine Country Routes
Tuscany is the famous region of Italy once inhabited by the Etruscans. It is Italian food & wine country, located south of Florence, extending westward out to the Mediterranean. The region’s wines are known worldwide, the most famous of which
European Christmas Markets
Most people travel to Europe in the summer months, for the warmth and sunshine. Some study in Europe and return home before the holidays. Others travel specifically to experience the Christmas Markets, located all over Europe in late November and
The Châteaux of the Loire Valley
A short train ride south from Paris will take you out to the Loire Valley, the valley of Kings. This is where much of the royalty and nobility of France spent their time, with spectacular châteaux like Chambord being referred