Visiting Vianden Castle – Luxembourg
We arrived in Vianden on a cold autumn morning. There was a constant rain and fog clung to the hills surrounding the little town, partially obscuring the grand Vianden Castle…
Visiting the Beaufort Castles – Luxembourg
Luxembourg's countryside is dotted with old castles, and the Beaufort Castles are definitely ones worth a visit. Tucked in the woods just outside the town of Beaufort sit the ruins…
Lëtzebuerg City Museum – Diving into Luxembourg’s History
Luxembourg may be small, but the area within its present-day borders has so much history. The Lëtzebuerg City Museum covers much of the country's eventful past, from early settlements and…
8 Things to do in Metz, France
The morning autumn air was cool and the streets were quiet as we walked from the train station to our hotel in the heart of Metz. An hour-long train from…
Four-Day Paris Itinerary – Our First Visit to Paris
Paris is one of the most-visited cities in the world, and there are a wide variety of attractions that draw in all sorts of travelers. We finally made it to…
Visiting the Metz Cathedral
Our first morning in Metz consisted of walking the narrow historic streets, enjoying the views along the river, and admiring the parks and architecture. We quickly came to adore this…
The Louvre: Visiting an Iconic Paris Museum
Paris has many intriguing museums covering various topics, from the city's history to fashion and art. It can be hard to pick which ones to visit, but the Louvre is…
Sacré-Coeur – Tips for Visitors
Paris has an iconic skyline and the Eiffel Tower isn't the only landmark that makes it so. High up on a hill overlooking the city sits the Sacré-Coeur. Day or…
Hell’s Half Acre – Exploring Idaho’s Lava Fields
Idaho has quite the unique variety of landscapes, including expansive lava fields formed by volcanic flows thousands of years ago. Today, these areas are covered by dark, jagged rock and…
Visiting the Arc de Triomphe – Paris
The Arc de Triomphe is an iconic French symbol and landmark that stands tall in the heart of Paris. This huge triumphal arch attracts people from around the world looking…