Tom and I just got back from spending a week in Norway aboard Holland America Line’s newest ship, the Rotterdam….
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12 Things I’d never bought before moving to France
Life in France has a lot going for it and when you move here, you’ll notice there are a bunch…
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5 Things I didn’t expect on our Costa Toscana cruise
If you ask Americans to name some popular cruise lines, Costa isn’t going to be the first company that comes…
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11 Little differences between grocery stores in France and the USA
I’ve always liked going grocery shopping and even after 10 years in France, I still get excited to go to…
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What’s an 8-day Mediterranean cruise like on Costa Cruises?
Tom and I recently returned from spending eight fabulous days aboard the brand new Costa Toscana cruising the Mediterranean. It…
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Horizn Studios review: Is this sustainable luggage worth it?
My first trip abroad was when I was 16 years old. A group of about 20 high schoolers plus chaperones…
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11 Little things that helped me deal with grief this past year (plus a personal update)
This past year has been the hardest of my life and I’ve been quite open about that with you. With…
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Euro is tanking: How Americans can take advantage when the euro is down
Have you checked out the euro/USD exchange rate lately? The euro is tanking and as I’m writing this on July…
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7 Secret Paris on a budget tips to save money on your France vacation
When you think of France, what first comes to mind? Maybe delicious cheese and wine, amazing bread, perfume, and fashion…
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My favorite Plum Guide Paris properties for your next trip
Oooooh la la, Paris! Land of romance, the Eiffel Tower, and all things fancy. You’ve decided on the City of…
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What 10 years of blogging has taught me about life
Wowwwww, and just like that, 10 years in the books. This month marks my blog’s 10th birthday and I can’t…
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THIS is the best time to go to Paris & the rest of France
You’ve officially decided you want to visit France on your next vacation but you’re not sure when you should go….
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9 Things French people love that I’ve come to love too
Since I’m from the U.S., I can tell you exactly what “things” Americans typically like. Some of the stereotypes about…
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Plum Guide review: Why this Airbnb alternative is worth a look
It’s time for my Plum Guide review! Tom, my in-laws, and I just got home from spending a relaxing week…
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La Chambre Paris: French sheets you didn’t know you needed!
If you’re like me, getting quality sleep is really important to you. I’ve always been an early riser, love taking…
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8 MORE things you can do in the USA but NOT France
A few years ago, I wrote a post about 17 things you can do in France but not the USA…
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Quick guide to train travel in France (plus where to buy tickets)
As an American, when I think about taking a trip somewhere, I first think of flying or driving to my…
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5 Surprising side effects of grief I didn’t expect
As I write this, it’s April 20, 2022. It’s been a little over six months since my mom died and…
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My picks for the best French market bags & baskets
A visit to a French marché is a cultural experience and you can’t show up empty handed (or go home…
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Best Peloton instructors for bike workouts: My thoughts after 500 rides
I’m coming up on my 200th Peloton ride this week on the bike and have a solid feel for the cycling instructors’ personalities and teaching styles. I’ve ridden exclusively with the Peloton app and couldn’t be happier with it. I guess you could call me a Peloton cheerleader… so let’s get into my list of the best Peloton instructors for cycling and why. Here are my thoughts after 200 rides.
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