Category Archives: France

Arc de Triomphe in Paris, France

Posted on April 29, 2019 by

We didn’t make it to the Arc de Triomphe during our first trip to Paris, but we made a point of visiting it during our second trip. It was cold and rainy, but that didn’t deter us from going to … Continue reading →

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Eguisheim, France

Posted on April 18, 2019 by

There are many wonderful towns on the wine road in Alsace, France. One of the first towns that we visited during our day tour from Strasbourg was Eguisheim. It is a medieval town that was built in rings of buildings … Continue reading →

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Notre-Dame Cathedral in Strasbourg, France

Posted on February 21, 2019 by

The Strasbourg Cathedral, officially the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg, is a gothic cathedral that is just as wonderful as its sister in Paris. With its tower that is 466 feet tall, it was once the tallest building in the world … Continue reading →

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Don’t Get Hangry When You Travel

Posted on January 24, 2019 by

When you are traveling, you are often very busy, on a tight schedule, or lacking access to common conveniences such as restaurants or food stalls. Add a lack of food to the stress of being in a strange country or … Continue reading →

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Strasbourg, France – Medieval Charm

Posted on October 15, 2018 by

With historic streets lined with timber framed buildings, Strasbourg is a beautiful city that will transport you back in time. Sitting on the border of France and Germany, the city has been under the control of both nations at different … Continue reading →

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Driving on the Wine Road Outside of Strasbourg

Posted on October 2, 2018 by

We truly enjoyed our time in Strasbourg and, even though it was after the vineyards had been harvested, we also enjoyed driving on part of the wine road. There is something beautiful about seeing all of the vines lined up … Continue reading →

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The Palace of Versailles

Posted on September 7, 2018 by

The Palace of Versailles is fascinating not only for its opulent, over-the-top decorations, but also for its truly interesting history. We visited during autumn, so the gardens weren’t in bloom, but they were still beautiful. There are several different sites … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let the Weather Get You Down

Posted on March 22, 2018 by

When you have spent so much time and money planning a trip, it is always disappointing when the weather doesn’t cooperate and it either rains or snows so that you can’t see how truly beautiful a place is. Everyone wants … Continue reading →

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What is the Best Way to Get Around Europe?

Posted on January 22, 2018 by

Europe is relatively easy to get around, especially when you compare it to the United States. There are many airline options that are reasonably priced, traveling by car is pretty convenient, and trains can take you almost anyplace. So, which … Continue reading →

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Semi-Deconstructed Turkey Pot Pie

Posted on January 17, 2018 by

One of the meals that we had when we visited Strasbourg was a very rustic chicken pot pie. Because of the fact that we wanted to share it, they basically prepared it deconstructed for us, which we actually enjoyed. We … Continue reading →

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