Climbing the stairways of medieval monuments has become one of our favorite ways to explore European cities. It not only challenges us physically, but it seems to immerse us into the culture by giving us a better perspective of the history, the craftsmen, and the engineering of medieval architecture. When we visited Paris this spring, […]
The word “Disneyland” conjures up images of crowds of tourists, many with mouse-eared caps and fairy wands, scurrying about to get to the next amusement ride. However, it can be a great staging site for exploring the French countryside. This picturesque region of France is also a tranquil setting of swans and lily pads, […]
Our nation is experiencing a economic uneasiness. Even without reading the news articles written about the Fed’s latest decisions or taking note of the formal indices and the latest trending patterns, there are signs of changing times and a heightened awareness of the financial climate. Many have lost their jobs, or their jobs are less secure than […]
If you’re visiting France this summer, or have decided to take up residence in that country, here are five little details you might want to consider. They will simplify your life and make the adjustment to living overseas easier. If you are employed by a company doing business in France, they are just as important […]
We’re aboard one of the state-of-the-art Viking River Ships – complete with big-ship amenities – that will be our home for the next eight days. As we board the ship in one of the most beautiful places in the world, Basel, Switzerland, we are welcomed by professional and awaiting crew members who offer assistance and […]