If you Google Praia dos Galapos, you’ll see that it’s one of Portugal’s best hidden beaches, nestled in the lush Serra da Arrabida hillsides, just an hour outside of Lisbon. But there’s not much information about how to get there–or anything about …
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So, it’s your first time in Paris?
Merci means “thank you” and it should be used bountifully because manners are fashionable and you’re in Paris, my dear. After spending five weeks in the city of light, I’ve written this and other tips for those who are traveling …
Two days in Akureyri, North Iceland
Akureyri is known as the capital of North Iceland. With a population of less than 20,000 it’s small enough to be charming, big enough to have a respectable food and nightlife scene and pristine enough to be drop-dead beautiful. With …
What to know before you go to the Blue Lagoon
My love affair with Iceland began the minute I saw a photo of the Blue Lagoon. I knew I had to go there one day. Less than a year later, my friend found an airfare sale to Iceland and asked …
Get out of this world in eerie Myvatn, Iceland
I’m on Mars! I’m on the moon! I’m in FernGully! I’m in Game of Thrones! One of those is true. But first, I’ll tell you where I am. I’m in Myvatn, in the northern region of Iceland. It’s the most …
The most Instagrammable restaurant in Paris: Les Ombres
My first blog post is about a restaurant in Paris, because the question I get asked most often is, “Where was that photo taken?” It’s this photo: My first blog post is about a restaurant in Paris, because the question I …
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