Eurostar or Euro Shame?
Fifteen hours before my train from Paris to London, Eurostar canceled it. I had booked my July trip back in March. My five days in London were fully planned months in advance, the hotel was paid for, and I was…
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My first time in London: 5 days in the British capital
Five days in London this July was enough to fall for the city, and nowhere near enough to actually see it. I arrived from Paris by train and gave myself five days, enough time to see the famous sights without…
6 Must-See Towns in Alsace in Winter
At the beginning of January, I traveled to Alsace, a picturesque region in eastern France. I took a direct high-speed train from Paris to Colmar, where my exploration began. Alsace is famous for its Christmas markets and festive charm, and although I missed the peak holiday season by a week, the region…
First-Time Traveler’s Guide to Lisbon
My journey to Lisbon began with a scenic train ride from Porto, marking my first time visiting Portugal’s vibrant capital. As a first-time visitor, I was filled with excitement to explore everything this city has to offer, from its rich history and stunning architecture to its...
Porto to Lisbon by Alfa Pendular Train
After spending a few memorable days in Porto, it was time to head south to Lisbon, Portugal’s vibrant capital. This trip was full of firsts for me - my first time in Portugal and my first experience on the Alfa Pendular train, a high-speed service operated by Comboios de Portugal...
4 Days in Porto: What to See, Do, and Eat
This was my first time visiting Portugal. After reading a few blog posts and watching several YouTube videos, I finally decided to explore Porto and Lisbon on my first trip. After years of wishing, it finally happened, and I was not disappointed! I spent 4 days in Porto...
Medieval town of Provins
Despite global disruption of travel this year, I was lucky enough to be in France and to visit surrounding areas of the Paris region. One of the towns, called Provins, that caught my eye is located 90 km (55 mi)…
Puy du Fou Theme Park
In France I visited a rural theme park without any rides… and it was a fantastic experience, I even stayed there for 2 days. Puy du Fou is an historical theme park in Les Epesses, in the heart of the…