Ireland Ireland, located in the North Atlantic Ocean and part of Europe, is the second largest of the British Isles and third largest in Europe. The Cliffs of Moher, Giant’s Causeway, Guinness Storefront, River Liffey, Kilkenny Castle, and Trinity College are just some of the sights this lush green island has to offer. Northern Ireland …
Paris and Brussels
Paris Paris: The city of lights. Sitting along the Seine River, it is home to landmarks such as the Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysees, and Arc de Triomphe. Its 19th-century cityscape is filled with cafes, fondue restaurants and designer boutiques. This euro trip consisted of Paris and Brussels, 6 days and 2 days respectively. If …
Rome and The Vatican
Rome My visit to Rome is part of a three-city euro trip which including Dublin, Ireland and Barcelona, Spain. I recommend bringing comfortable shoes that will last the whole day as this is a walking city. Trevi Fountain, The Vatican, and The Colosseum are just some of the must-see places. As you walk throughout the city, …
Tips and Tricks
Knowing what to bring and what not to bring on any given trip comes with time and travel. With enough trips, you will develop your own set of tricks that work for you. Clothing and Accessories Carry a power bank. You never know how long you will stay out or if you will want to …
Florence and Pompei
While visiting Rome for 5 days, I decided to venture out of the city. I took two day trips, one to Florence and the other to Pompei. Florence Florence is easily accessible by train from Rome. The train ride is an hour and half one way. It is home to the absolutely stunning Santa Maria …
Rouen
Rouen Rouen, France is the capital of the Normandy region. It is an hour and half by train from Paris. This city is home to Place du Vieux-Marche, the square where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake. Cobblestone sidewalks can be seen throughout the pedestrian walkways. Gothic churches, such as Saint-Maclou and Saint-Ouen as …
Beaches of Normandy
On another European Christmas market quest, I set off to France and Belgium. Upon deciding on France as one of the destinations, the Beaches of Normandy and paying my respects to the 9,387 US servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice was without hesitation added to the list. Beaches of Normandy Monument December is …
Busan and Jeonju
Busan While visiting South Korea, I made my way down south and spent three days in Busan & Jeonju. I started out my trip in Busan on the Southern Point. My two days there were spent in the wet and windy weather courtesy of Typhoon Hinnamnor. Open businesses and venues were hard to find but I was lucky …
Berlin and Munich
As a fan of European Christmas markets, Germany was on the top of my list as far as destinations. I spent 10 days total there, 5 days in Berlin and 5 in Munich and it is my best trip yet. The food, the people, the lights, everything was amazing. Berlin Christmas Decorations Out of the …
Seoul and The DMZ
Seoul is an incredibly dynamic and vibrant city, exploding with modern skyscrapers, fascinating street markets, and captivating pop culture. This bustling metropolis is the capital of South Korea and is truly a must-visit for anyone who loves to explore new and exciting destinations. There are plenty of attractions to discover in Seoul, from the stunning …
