Normandy: 75 years after D-Day
What I remember most about visiting Gettysburg is the mint chocolate chip ice cream I ate after we’d finished walking … Continue reading Normandy: 75 years after D-Day
The best places for people watching this summer
Living in Europe for nearly five years has taught me the art of nursing a minuscule espresso while watching the … Continue reading The best places for people watching this summer
Have a peaceful weekend
My son and I are hopping on a train to Zurich this afternoon, where we’ll meet my husband for the … Continue reading Have a peaceful weekend
Are you going somewhere this year?
I’m not speaking metaphorically about your New Year’s Resolutions, although mine is to meditate more (the ultimate destination, right?). … Continue reading Are you going somewhere this year?
On visiting Jerusalem
I try to keep my travel writing light and useful — lots of “how to”s and photos of beautiful … Continue reading On visiting Jerusalem
One reason I’m afraid to move back to the U.S.
This time of year I find myself thinking more and more about stuff. About shoes and gadgets and scarves … Continue reading One reason I’m afraid to move back to the U.S.
Bite-sized Portugal: Within 25 miles of Lisbon
When I began asking friends where we should visit on our family trip to Portugal, their answers ranged from Porto … Continue reading Bite-sized Portugal: Within 25 miles of Lisbon
A quick note from Geneva
Bonjour! Bonjour! How are you? Apologies for an extended blogging break. In short, I’ve been busy. In long, I’ve thrown … Continue reading A quick note from Geneva
Travel rewind: Four Days in Budapest
Four days in Budapest wasn’t nearly enough time to take in all the architectural beauty, incredible cuisine and rich history … Continue reading Travel rewind: Four Days in Budapest
One week on Menorca
We had all but purchased our airline tickets from Barcelona to Mallorca before a friend intervened, spouting the virtues … Continue reading One week on Menorca
Bakersfield Blonde 