Last Updated June 2025 Sintra is an easy day trip from Lisbon and neighboring towns like Cascais. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site, filled with castles, palaces, and beautiful views of the surrounding area. I’ve visited the region twice now and still have the urge to go back and explore. If you’re planning a trip to Portugal, visiting Sintra is…
Read the PostLast Updated June 2026 I’ve been to Portugal a couple of times before, but I’ve only passed through Lisbon. So I was thrilled last month when one of my best friends from California invited me to join her for a girls’ trip to the city! Lisbon is just a short flight away from Amsterdam, so I hopped on the plane…
Read the PostLondon is a city that never goes out of style. Some of the most famous spots — Big Ben, the Parliament building, and Buckingham Palace to name a few — are always worth a visit. But my favorite trips are ones that combine must-see sights with the charming nooks and crannies of the city…and London has a lot of them!…
Read the PostUpdated for 2026: Ticket prices, transport options, and bloom timing have been reviewed and refreshed for this season. We’ve been living in the Netherlands for just under two years, and visiting Keukenhof Gardens and the surrounding flower fields every spring has become one of our favorite rituals. Keukenhof is one of the largest flower gardens in the world, with over…
Read the PostThere are many things that come to mind when I think of Paris. Food, wine, picnics by the Eiffel Tower, immaculate gardens, evening strolls… Paris is so picturesque and timeless. What I love most about the city is each individual neighborhood’s charm and quirks. No matter where you are, you’re sure to stumble upon a local spot that will quickly become…
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