The Alsace region has gone back and forth between French and German control for centuries. This dichotomy is clearly visible in the architecture and the culture of this international city. Home to the European Parliament, one of the most amazing Gothic cathedrals in the world and plenty of Riesling, Strasbourg is a stylish Alsatian getaway.…
Denmark is officially the happiest place in the world. So why wouldn’t you want to visit? Copenhagen or as they say it—København—is an immaculate, tasteful, cosmopolitan city. Filled with culture, warm citizens and designer goods galore, Copenhagen is a chic travelers dream.
France is filled with chateaus, castles and palaces. You will feel like Cinderalla as soon as you step onto any of their grounds! These palaces are so grand, nothing in the United States compares (well the Newport Mansions do give them a run for their money!). Any trip to France should include a visit to…
I am frequently asked, “how do you stay healthy” while traveling for an extended period of time? The short answer is practice, and the long answer is staying disciplined. There are 3 rules I always follow whenever I’m traveling in order to stay healthy so I can enjoy the trip as much as possible and…
If you are trying to plan a day trip from Paris, go to Versailles. It is one of my favorite places in the whole world. The Chateau of Versailles was King Louis XIV’s main summer palace and it is basically a gigantic house surrounded by an even more gigantic garden, making it a must for…
Many people don’t know this, but champagne can only come from the aptly named region in France. Everything else is just “sparkling wine”. So today we’re off to the Avenue de Champagne to explore my two favorite vintners Veuve and Taittinger!
Grace Kelly, the Grand Prix, Monte Carlo—Monaco is probably the most glamorous place in the world. This makes it a must for any Mediterranean tour. Only a half hour from Nice, whether you can commit a day trip or a week, Monaco will welcome you with golden, diamond-encrusted Louis Vuitton arms.
When you think of the French Riviera, you think of glamour. And Cannes does not disappoint. However, because of this glitzy reputation many travelers are scared off due to fear of needing a Kardashian-sized bank account to enjoy themselves on this strip of sunny paradise. While it is not difficult to find ways to spend…