How unreal does Le Mont Saint-Michel look? Like it’s from a storybook or a Game of Thrones scene or a dream. But it’s real and you can really visit it! Located along the coast of France, Le Mont Saint-Michel has a fascinating history as an island church turned prison turned national monument over the years. …
Most Popular Travel Posts from 2017
Last week I shared the top fashion posts of last year, and today is all about 2017 TRAVEL! I was able to go to some really amazing places this past year, from ski trips to spa vacations to city visits and country exploring. I started the year off in Budapest and ended it in Bratislava…
Travel Guide: Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg isn’t just cute; it’s overwhelmingly picturesque. With half-timbered buildings, winding streets, and flowing canals it almost feels like a storybook. The region has a rich history that is both deeply French and German, but altogether unique. Here’s my guide to exploring (and eating and drinking) your way through the premier city of Alsace. Before…
Normandy – Part III
The last full day of our Normandy trip was spent visiting the beaches, monuments, museums, and towns involved in D-Day. The history in this area is almost overwhelming, and I wish we had planned more time to fully explore. We started at Omaha Beach. There are several monuments along the beach, and it’s amazing to…
Normandy – Part I
I mentioned in my last post that my husband and I were going on vacation, so here’s the first post on our Normandy, France travels. I don’t think that saying ‘I love champagne’ really gets the point across. I like loooove champagne. My budget doesn’t always love it, but living in Germany makes it easy to…