Archive for March 2016
My Pilgrimage to Bagno Vignoni: Tuscany’s 16th Century Thermal Bath
My weekend in Tuscany placed me in the heart of the beautiful Val d’Orcia region of Italy. The region is known for its rolling hills, cypress trees, quaint towns, and variety of local Italian products such as wine and cheeses from the area. After an incredible day spent relaxing in the small, personal, natural hot…
Read MoreTucked Away Tuscany: Bagni San Filippo’s Incredible Natural Hot Springs
This past weekend I had one of the coolest experiences of my life thus far in Italy. During my weekend Tuscan getaway I was finally able to cross something off of my Italy bucket list that I have been dying to do for ages-visit one of Italy’s natural hot springs. After ogling over pictures of Tuscany’s…
Read MoreVisiting Versailles: Tips For A Successful Day Trip
If you plan on spending several days in Paris, a trip to the incredible château de Versailles is an absolute must. History lovers, garden enthusiasts, and lovers of pretty things will be amazed at the beauty both within the palace and on its sprawling grounds. It is no small wonder that this former home to French…
Read More15 Things That Happen To Your Instagram When You Study Abroad
“If you didn’t post it on Instagram, did it really happen at all?” For all of you study abroad ‘grammers out there who have been making your friends jealous, I mean sharing your experiences, heres a list of 15 things that happen to your Instagram when you study abroad. #doitfortheinsta 1. Half of your photos…
Read MoreClimbing The Eiffel Tower: 674 Steps To The Top Of Paris
The Eiffel Tower, or Tour Eiffel is one of the most easily recognized landmarks in the world. The famous structure is the tallest building in Paris, standing at 1,063 feet, and receives over 6.98 million visitors per year. A lover of Paris, climbing the Eiffel Tower has been on my bucket list for quite some time, and…
Read MoreBloemenmarkt: Amsterdam’s Floating Flower Market
On a recent trip to Amsterdam, I squeezed in a stop at Amsterdam’s famous Bloemenmarkt, a floating flower market in the heart of the city. Unfortunately my trip did not coincide with tulip season, so I wasn’t able to visit the famous tulip fields to be found just outside the city. A quick stop at the…
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of Traveling During The Off Season
One of the first things most people think about when planning a trip is when to travel. For most destinations, there are peak tourist times and off season times. Generally, the ebb and flow of tourists to a destination coincides with weather. I recently traveled to Paris during February, and found the differences between Paris…
Read MoreTop 10 Things To Do To Ensure an Amster-dam Good Time
When most Americans hear the name “Amsterdam,” the first thing that comes to mind isn’t necessarily the city’s incredible network of canals, charming architecture, or rich history. And while the city does have a lot to offer as far as…um…extracurricular activities go, there is much more to do and explore in Amsterdam than just Coffee…
Read MoreLiving “La Vita Bella”: What We Should All Learn From Italians
Sometimes living in Italy has it’s challenges-any ex pat or study abroad student has plenty of stories which elaborate this point. “Creepy” men, a serious lack of dryers, or waiting in line for hours attempting to fill out paperwork are among several ways of Italian life that often drive foreigners mad. However, despite these obstacles,…
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