Champagne Dreams
You’ve been to Paris before, but are drawn back to the magic of the City of Lights. Wandering along the Seine, people watching from a cafe, soaking in the vibe….this is what Paris is all about. But you have seen all the major sites and find yourself with a few open days. What to do? Why, a few days in Champagne for some bubbly of course!
Exploring the Alsace: Part Deux (or Zwei!)
As full time travelers, we love month long stays that give us access to a broader region beyond the city where we are staying. Last week I highlighted the Alsace day trips we took from Strasbourg, all within France. You can find that post here! The beauty of the Alsace is the ability to explore other countries as well! In this post, we’ll explore day and weekend trips into Germany and Switzerland, namely Heidelberg, the Black Forest, and Basel!
Exploring the Alsace Region from Strasbourg
Explore the best day trips from Strasbourg, France, including the historic Maginot Line, the fairytale Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, and the charming Alsace Wine Route villages of Colmar, Eguisheim, and Obernai. Discover how this unique region blends French and German culture, making it one of the most distinctive areas in France. From medieval architecture to scenic vineyards, find out why Alsace is a must-visit destination for history lovers and wine enthusiasts alike.
Waltzing Up the Blue Danube
We spent seven nights aboard Avalon Waterway’s Tranquility II, cruising from Budapest, Hungary to Visegrad, Germany with Eric’s parents. This was a classified as an Active and Discovery cruise with Avalon, and it was our first experience on a river cruise. Would we do a river cruise again? What did we think about Avalon? Follow along for all of the details!