I’ve spent many days in Paris, and many types of days. Some days have been filled with activities and sightseeing and some have been simply strolling around, stopping in at cafes, sipping coffee or wine on a terrasse watching the people in Paris go by. Paris offers it all, and you can take it as slowly or as fast-paced as …
Whenever and wherever I travel, I know I’ll be buying something – ok, many things – to take home with me. In this case, I’ll call them souvenirs. We can refer to them as mementos, cherished items, or more junk in our home. Regardless of its label, in the moment of purchase we know we love it, and it’s coming …
I’ll never forget my first trip to Paris as a wage-earning adult. It wasn’t my first visit there ever, but it was as an independent adult. The story is kind of amusing, as many of my travel stories are. I was dating a guy who I was in a spasmodic relationship with, and I told him that the only way …
People from all over the world flock to the European Christmas markets. You hear many different languages spoken while you’re walking around with stars in your eyes, wondering how you waited so long to go. When I decided to sign up for the group tour headed to Europe for a Christmas market trip, I wondered what I was going to …
So you want to visit New Orleans and you’re wondering when is a good time. Better yet, when is the best time to visit? If I’m being honest, which I always am, it’s not super debatable when the best time(s) to visit are. As a born-and-raised New Orleanian, we are very outspoken about our likes and dislikes about the seasons, …
I’m a big fan of getting away for a couple of days, and weekends are typically a good time for people who work at jobs that require them to be there during the week. If you happen to fall under another category and can work from anywhere or go at anytime, this is still a good read for you. Many …
What to Do on Your First Trip to New Orleans I’m a New Orleans native, and one of my very favorite things is to give solid advice to those making a trip to New Orleans. Whether it’s the first or 40th time, New Orleans never gets old. The city goes far and wide in regard to culture and fun. In …
Traveling to New Orleans with your family is a fantastic experience. Despite many people’s misconceptions that New Orleans is a party city only, we have so much to offer for adults and kids alike. Naturally, the activities can range based on the ages of the people in the family. There are many adults who are kids at heart, and old …
I wanted to travel to get some time to myself. To get out of my comfort zone and go it alone. While I have traveled alone multiple times, the pandemic had atrophied my comfort around it, and that is precisely why I knew I needed to bust through that discomfort and go on this trip. I knew I would enjoy …
Growing up in New Orleans, I took for granted our very desirable and infamous foods that we cook and eat on a regular basis. It never occurred to me that other places had far different cuisines, tastes, and cultures around food. Here in New Orleans, we savor our meals. We gather together as friends or family often, eating the most …
