Milos might be the most dramatic island in the Cyclades, and one of the most unique in terms of experience depending on where you choose to base yourself. Between the lunar-white cliffs of Sarakiniko, the red rocks of Firiplaka, the bustling center of Plaka, and the colorful fishing villages tucked into hidden coves, your visit can feel completely different based…
Read the PostNaxos isn’t the first island that comes to mind when people ask me to name a beautiful, authentic Greek island, though it has plenty to offer on both fronts. It’s often labeled the “family-friendly” island, or the greenest of the Cyclades, and I understand why. It has more long stretches of sandy beach than most islands I’ve visited, and it’s…
Read the PostThe outdoor courtyard and pool at one of my favorite stays in Naoussa, Paros. Paros offers incredible diversity: quaint hilltop towns with panoramic sea views, tavernas tucked away on winding cobblestone streets, boutique shopping, and stretches of turquoise water meeting sandy beaches. I often refer to it as ‘the crowd-pleasing’ island: whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a friend’s trip,…
Read the PostLe Galinier de Lourmarin, a dreamy French provincial country house steps from downtown Lourmarin in Provence. Over the years exploring European destinations, my travel style has evolved to prioritize accommodation more than I used to. While I once gravitated toward budget-friendly options to maximize my travel experiences, I now carefully weigh the perfect balance between the setting, location, and price…
Read the PostHallstatt, Austria – Seehotel Gruner Baum A beautiful lakeside hotel with jaw-dropping views of Hallstatt town, set amongst a picture perfect Austrian landscape. Last month I took my first trip to the postcard perfect town of Hallstatt, Austria. I’d been wanting to visit for a couple years now ever since seeing a photo of its idyllic wood houses perched on…
Read the PostPARIS, FRANCE – LE ROYAL MONCEAU Hotel Website | Link to Book I’ve been to Paris a number of times, but something about this trip made it feel like a completely new city. Jacob and I were invited by Le Royal Monceau — Raffles Paris to spend Valentine’s Day weekend in Paris, a dream stay. Le Royal Monceau is a…
Read the PostAlesund, Norway – Storfjord Hotel A boutique Norwegian getaway. forest views, fine dining and relaxation amidst Norway’s beautiful west coast fjords. There’s been a trend lately of maximizing trip time; combining city breaks with nature getaways. If you want to feel removed on your own slice of Norwegian paradise, Storfjord Hotel is the place. One photo of this hotel and…
Read the PostStockholm, Sweden – Bank Hotel Art nouveau meets renaissance elegance in this former bank building turned luxury hotel. There’s nothing like knowing there’s a new city waiting to be explored at your doorstep. My first visit to Stockholm on my Sweden and Norway trip began with my introduction to Bank Hotel, a boutique hotel recently re-imagined from a historic bank…
Read the PostI recently returned from a trip to Stockholm, Sweden and the Norwegian fjords. It was my first time visiting Stockholm, which I’ve been eager to explore since Jacob and I road tripped West Sweden and Gothenburg two summers back. This recent trip was an all girls trip, organized by Small Luxury Hotels in partnership with Norwegian Air. I’ve loved Small…
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