Easter Markets around Europe

Happy Easter to anyone celebrating today. For the rest of us, let’s enjoy the days off and of course, the chocolate! Last year, I embarked on a three-week long trip with only one suitcase. I went during March and April, trekking all over central Europe during Easter. One of my favourite parts about the trip, besides the memories, friendships and…
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A place called Paris

It’s almost hard to believe that almost a year ago, I visited Paris with my family. I had always dreamed of visiting the City of Light, drinking wine in Montmartre and seeing art at the Louvre. I was going through photos over the weekend, and realized that this time last year, I was enjoying macarons at Laduree and walking along…
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Spring Break Style on a Budget

It’s March Break! Time to leave grey weather and the books behind. If you’re heading south soon, and your wardrobe needs an update, you don’t need to put down the plastic on new duds. Read my article on getting a hot spring break look for less on 29 secrets, or continue reading below… Ahh spring break. Time to ditch the…
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Magic Kingdom

It’s the place where dreams come true. Where little girls become princesses for the day, and boys can become pirates and go on adventures. Where a castle comes alive every night with lights, music and of course, fireworks. I’m talking about the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disneyworld, a place where even a grown woman can wear mouse ears and get…
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Carnaval in Maastricht

This weekend, cities around the world are celebrating Carnaval. From New Orleans to Rio to Venice, people drink and dance in the streets and celebrate before lent begins on Tuesday. Last year, I went to a Carnaval celebration in Europe, and no, it wasn’t Venice. In a tiny Dutch city in the most southern province of Limburg, Maastricht plays host…
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