2022-09-01 14:48
Pienza is one of the most beautiful villages in Tuscany. It also has terrific food and wine, so naturally I visited to scope out the best places for my foodie adventure itineraries . Most tr… Read More
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I am a European Travel Consultant and I have a passion for French and Italian culture. Let my m?lange of food, wine, travel, antiques, and musings help you infuse this culture into your lifestyle.
2022-04-20 15:43
During my last research trip to Lyon, I made a stop over in Paris. I chose to explore an area I hadn’t visited for about ten years. I wanted to discover where to eat in Paris’ Ca… Read More
2021-09-16 12:00
I first became aware of Le Citizen Hotel in Paris when I was writing a monthly column for a Paris-themed website. I had received a press release announcing its opening as the first eco-frien… Read More
2021-08-10 15:58
Now that travel to Italy and France is once again possible, as things are starting to slowly open back up, I though I would share a coronavirus travel update and a few tips that mi… Read More
2021-03-28 12:00
Since we’ve been grounded due to the Coronavirus, I’ve really been missing Italy. I can’t decide what I miss more though – eating authentic Italian food or creat… Read More
2020-11-24 18:22
If there’s one thing I’d recommend in the Emilia-Romagna region, it’s a visit to Dozza – a street art village in Italy. You’ll need a car to visit, but it… Read More
2020-08-04 15:03
Once of the best experiences of my Canal du Midi trip, was an olive oil tour and tasting in Languedoc France at L’Oulibo.
The Languedoc is a well-known wine growing region in… Read More
2019-12-06 17:42
I’ve been a carryon only traveler for over a decade and in that time I’ve tested my fair share of luggage. When I’m coaching others on packing light, making recom… Read More
2019-11-29 13:00
The Milan metropolitan region has a total population of around 7.5 million, which more than doubles every year with the influx of an estimated eight million overseas visitors. Transport acce… Read More
2019-10-31 15:30
Last year, you may remember I took two research trips to Italy. I spent three weeks in Bologna and Modena and traveled all through Tuscany on the first; followed by Lake Como, Mil… Read More
2019-10-22 15:08
Corsica offers the best of two worlds; it’s the perfect fusion of South of France mixed with island life. And it offers two very different worlds as well. On one hand its coastline is… Read More
2019-09-26 12:00
After ten years of being a carry-on only traveler and coaching clients to pack light for their trips, there are certain things I’ve learned, experimented with or experienced first… Read More
2019-09-05 14:55
I’ve had the privilege of visiting Positano in this lifetime and it’s really as stunning as it looks. It is located on the Amalfi Coast, which is right on the Mediterranean Sea… Read More
2019-09-04 12:30
After ten years of being a carry-on traveler and coaching clients to pack light for their trips, there are certain things I’ve learned, experimented with or experienced first… Read More
2019-07-10 12:00
I’ve always been a huge fan of train travel in France. It’s the number one transport method I recommend to clients who are spending time in cities or wanting to get from poi… Read More
2019-04-18 12:00
Last Supper tickets in Milan are the most requested item for clients visiting the Northern Italy city. Unfortunately, tickets are notoriously hard to come by. It gets more dif… Read More
2019-04-10 11:30
Clients visiting northern Italy always want to know how to score Last Supper tickets in Milan. Unfortunately, they are notoriously hard to come by. It gets more difficult every year because… Read More
2019-04-02 12:00
I first visited Carcassonne France during my barge cruise on the Canal du Midi. That day, the skies opened up and it poured buckets of rain with a force I haven’t seen before. &nb&hell…Read More
2019-01-17 15:01
There is no shortage of things to do in Rome. You could fill an entire lifetime just visiting activities involving the history, churches and art.
What keeps me interested in returning… Read More
2018-09-20 14:51
As I sit here writing this, I am preparing for yet another research trip to Italy. I’m blessed that I get to do work I love and excited be visiting some new areas, discovering ne… Read More
2018-08-08 13:00
One of the most often asked questions I get from clients revolves around renting a car and driving in Italy. When traveling between big cities, I prefer to take high-speed trains;… Read More
2018-08-08 12:00
During my most recent research trip, we did a fair amount of driving in Italy. We actually picked up a car outside Bologna and for ten days, drove through the countryside in both… Read More
2018-06-26 12:00
Home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, Brittany boasts an endless array of simply stunning cities and towns to explore. The spring and summer months in particular, are the per… Read More
2018-05-31 12:00
There is so much that goes into planning a trip to France or Italy. Booking plane tickets, designing your itinerary and everything in between. It’s easy to focus on all the excit… Read More
2018-05-22 12:00
The first time I set foot in Paris, I fell in love with the Marais neighborhood. The other thing I fell for – the famous falafel sandwich at L’as au Fallafel.
It’… Read More
2018-05-11 12:00
It’s been a hot minute since I was in Italy, exploring new areas. My last research trip was to France; but, this time I’ll be off on another Italian adventure for a few weeks!
I… Read More
2018-04-10 12:00
Of all the towns I’ve visited in Puglia, I think my favorite happens to be Ostuni. I was charmed immediately by this medieval walled city, especially the citt&agr&hell…Read More
2018-03-22 12:00
Paris has her fair share of green spaces, quiet spots and parks. In fact, it’s one of the things I love so much about the city. Parks are a great respite from bus… Read More
2018-03-07 13:00
Whenever I’m engaged in conversation about what I do for a living, the other person’s reaction is mostly predictable.
First, a look of zoned-out wanderlust washes over their… Read More
2018-03-05 13:30
Whenever I’m engaged in conversation about what I do for a living, the other person’s reaction is mostly predictable.
First, a look of zoned-out wanderlust washes over their… Read More
2018-02-27 13:00
Marseillan is a charming small port city in the south of France.
Not that South of France. The chi-chi one with all the fancy yachts and summer traffic jams. It’s in the Languedoc regi… Read More
2018-02-14 13:00
Whenever I hear of a new foodie hot spot opening in Paris, it immediately gets bookmarked for my next visit. Right alongside the other 437 places on my ever-growing-list. &nb&hell…Read More
2018-01-08 19:42
As a traveler, it’s hard to keep up with changes – especially in larger cities like Rome. I often keep track of changes for clients and readers, and write posts l… Read More
2017-12-12 19:46
You could spend a lifetime eating, sightseeing and exploring mainland Italy without running out of ideas. There are even plenty of opportunities for coastal views and re… Read More
2017-05-17 12:30
Sicily is located off the southern coast of Italy’s toe. Though it’s technically part of Italy it feels like a different country with its own unique charm.
The island i… Read More
2017-05-06 13:00
Sicily is located off the southern coast of Italy’s toe. Though it’s technically part of Italy it feels like a different country with its own unique charm.
The island i… Read More
2017-05-03 12:00
Poor France. It’s gotten such a bad wrap lately due to terrorism in both Paris and Nice. Many travelers are a bit cautious, or downright terrified of traveling to France these day… Read More
2017-04-12 15:24
I’ve spent the last ten years committed to packing and travel lighter. There are just so many benefits I’ve discovered. Because I’m always on the lookout for easy way… Read More
2016-12-27 17:47
Tuscany is a top travel destination for Americans. And for good reason. It’s no secret that the movie ‘Under the Tuscan Sun’ was the spark that ignited my love… Read More
2016-11-08 13:00
As a carry-on only traveler, I’ve often struggled with taking great travel photographs and packing light. A few years ago, as smartphones upped their camera game, I decided that… Read More
2016-02-23 13:00
Last week it was announced that the five towns of the Cinque Terre will start limiting visitors beginning this summer.
The area, put on the map by Rick Steves, is now choked with touri… Read More
2015-09-29 12:00
During my trip to Puglia I visited Lecce, a beautiful small city located almost at the very tip of the ‘heel of the boot’ in Southern Italy. It’s often called t… Read More
2015-09-01 14:10
Year after year, Italy continues to be a top vacation destination for travelers. That’s no surprise to me, someone who’s been enamored since my first trip, continually returns a… Read More
2015-08-08 13:00
On my most recent trip to France, I knew packing light would be a bit of a challenge. I would be in Paris, which can be finicky in terms of the weather – especially with wind, rain an… Read More
2015-07-09 12:00
I just returned from a once in a lifetime experience that had been on my France bucket list for quite sometime – a French barge Cruise on the Canal du Midi aboard the Athos.
Athos moor… Read More
2015-06-23 12:00
There are many ways to get from Paris’s main airport, Charles de Gaulle, to central Paris. Depending on budget, travel style, time of day and where you’re staying, one is… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Think Italy and it’s easy to picture the canals of Venice, the gladiators of Rome and the shopping mecca of Milan. These great cities have helped make Italy one of the m… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I experienced my first barge cruise in France this past May. You may have already read my reasons you should take a barge cruise in France, but today, I thought I’d give you a better i… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
So you’re seriously thinking of becoming a carry-on traveler? Great! You’ve come to the right place. I’ve already discussed the many benefits to traveling lighter… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
It’s been a hot minute since I’ve posted anything French wine related – but it’s never far from my mind (or lips). Not only do I love learning about wine, drin… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
If you’re planning a trip to France in 2014 (or beyond), you’ll be happy to know there are some new and exciting things to look forward to this year. Here’s a list o… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The Cinque Terre is a colorful collection of fishing villages in Italy, along what is known as the Italian Riviera. In recent years, it’s become so popular, that for those looking for… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Some exciting new things are happening in Italy in 2014. From a new museum opening to a helpful app, consider adding any or all of these to your Italy travel plans. Venice > If you’… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
When traveling to Italy, one of the most pleasurable ways to soak up the Italian culture is by spending time at a bar, either inside or at a table outside on the terrace. In Italy, a cafe is… Read More
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