Any Vikings fans here? I’m a big fan of the show and have loved finding Viking related experiences in places as I travel. So braid your hair and get your shield, because today I’m sharing 6 places to visit if you love the show Vikings. These should give you some ideas of where to go to light up the Viking…
UPDATED FEB 2020. I visited the Colmar Christmas markets on opening day last weekend and I have to say, they are one of the top Christmas markets I have been to. Here you’ll find what to expect, my recommendation of where to stay, and some extra tips for planning a magical and uber festive weekend in the Alsace region of…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Planning a trip to Europe can be overwhelming. There are just so many countries to visit – sometimes it can feel like ‘where do I even start?’ We all know the heavy hitters like Venice, Paris, and London and, while they are all certainly worth a visit, there are also some lesser-known places that are worth adding…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Paris seems to be a divisive destination in that people seem to either love it or hate it. For me, I loved Paris. It is a city with its own romantic, magical energy that was just contagious. It’s also a beautiful place to wander around and explore. Like every big city, it has its crowds, pickpocketing, and…
UPDATED FEB 2020. If you are planning a trip to Paris but don’t know where to start then today’s post is for you. I’m sharing a travel planning guide to prepare you for a holiday to this iconic city, which, in my opinion, is a destination everyone should visit in their lifetime. Here you can find the basics on how…
UPDATED FEB 2020. What a dream. That’s the first thing that comes to mind when I think of my stay at this Airbnb. I wanted to find somewhere to stay in Paris with an Eiffel Tower view because it was a long time dream of mine. A dream heavily influenced by Sex And The City and photos of Beyonce which…
UPDATED FEB 2020. In all honesty, though the castle of William the Conqueror is one of the big-name attractions of Falaise, I was actually visiting to see the statue of the Viking leader who became a Duke of Normandy, Rollo. I’m a big fan of the show Vikings and mostly wanted to see it because of that. I never would’ve…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Two seconds in France and you quickly realize it’s drenched in history. The D-Day landing beaches in Normandy are just one of the historic sites to explore. Many years have passed since D-Day but, fortunately for us, the area is now full of memorials, museums, and cemeteries so the stories are not lost in the sand. Instead,…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Confession: I’m not usually a big Airbnb fan. I prefer hotels most of the time. I like the convenience, comfort, and that it’s so different from regular home life – aka no cooking or cleaning. But, there are some occasions, like the cabin I love in northern Norway and the one I am about to tell you about…