Bougainvillea growing in Galaxidi, Greece in May Your month-by-month guide for experiencing Greece at its finest. Greece is one of my favorite destinations in the world, and I’m convinced there is no bad time to visit. If you’re wondering when to visit Greece, here’s a breakdown of the best weather for your trip—season by season. While summer might be the…
Read the PostGreek Salad and shrimp saganaki by the sea in Zakynthos, Greece If you’re heading to Greece, make sure your itinerary includes more than just the views—because the food here is just as unforgettable. Here are the must-try dishes and drinks I recommend everyone experience during their Greek adventure. Souvlaki If there’s one thing I never pass up in Greece, it’s…
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 PostOf all the Hawaiian islands, Kauai is by far my favorite. It boasts incredible mountain landscapes, crystal-clear water, quaint restaurants, and beautiful waterfalls. The locals are friendly and tourists don’t seem to linger around on the beaches as much as on Maui or the Big Island, which makes it seem a bit more untouched. This Kauai guide has a little…
Read the PostAfter spending time on the French Riviera, we made our way north to the Provence region of France to experience the lavender fields in full bloom. Typically, the perfect time to visit and see lavender is mid-July. Our days were long, with the sun rising early in the morning and setting around 10pm each night. It’s hot this time of…
Read the PostI’ve been wanting to visit the Gorges du Verdon for years. Located a couple hours north of the French Riviera and east of the Provence region, the Gorges du Verdon is the perfect add-on to any South of France trip. We visited mid-July and opted to stay nearby in Cotignac, a medieval French town with centuries-old cave buildings and local…
Read the PostVisiting European towns around Christmas time is quickly becoming one of my favorite types of trips. I love the atmosphere of the twinkle lights, the smell of mulled wine and cinnamon, and the feeling of warming up by a fire after an evening wandering the markets. In the past few years, Jacob and I have visited some of Europe’s Best…
Read the PostIf there’s one thing I’ve learned about myself after living in Europe, it’s that I can’t pass up a trip to the Christmas Markets. I have yet to find a Christmas Market I love more than the ones in Germany, and the ones in Cologne are at the top of that list. Cologne is also one of the first cities…
Read the PostI recently made a goal for myself to explore more of the U.S. this year. Though I grew up on the west coast of California, most of the traveling I did at a young age was to Europe (both my parents are first-generation European, so most of our family is abroad). So, when the team at Experience Kissimmee invited us…
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