Top 5 things to do in Roubaix

Last updated: November 5th, 2024 When I first moved to Roubaix, I saw it as a practical place to live near Lille—not exactly a destination with exciting things to see. But after spending time here, I discovered that Roubaix is full of fascinating history and hidden gems worth exploring! Roubaix was once among the wealthiest […]

Complete Cornwall Roadtrip Budget

Are you starting to plan your Cornwall roadtrip and have no idea what to budget for? This article is for you! Cornwall is the southwestern region of the UK and is typically not where most international tourists flock to. In actuality, this is where most families and residents of the UK tend to go on […]

How to make the most out of your visit to Gorges du Verdon

The Gorges du Verdon was a site that, as a foreigner, was completely new to me. It’s not the first name that comes to mind when I think of France, or Provence even for that matter! However, if you are planning to visit Provence, you NEED to add the Gorges du Verdon to your itinerary! […]

Have you heard of the El Choro Trail?

I had the once-in-a-lifetime experience in my senior year of high school of travelling to Bolivia and hiking the El Choro Trail. The hike was not the sole purpose of our trip but it was one of the MOST memorable experiences of my life. At the time, I was merely 17 years old and didn’t […]

10 things to do in Bordeaux you’re going to LOVE

Planning a visit to one of France’s most underrated cities? Amazing choice! Here you’ll find a list of 10 things to do in Bordeaux that I think every first-time visitor should experience! I’ve been lucky enough to visit this city on countless occasions, mainly because my fiancee is from there and I’ve been toured around […]

What you need to know about extending your Working Holiday Visa in France

As a Canadian living in France, I was blessed with the opportunity to extend my working holiday visa for longer than just a year. If you ARE NOT Canadian, then this article does not apply to you. For the moment, it is my understanding that only Canadians are allowed to do this. But what is exactly […]

BEST day trips from London

Are you visiting or living in London and are considering a day trip? Well, you’ve come to the right place. After having lived in London for 2 years, I can confidently say that it’s one of my favourite cities in the world. And what’s also great about it is that there are so many day […]

Famous Cabaret Shows to see in Paris

 When I picture a cabaret show in Paris, I immediately envision a line of beautiful women dancing the can-can. But little did I know that there is more to a cabaret than just the can-can. In fact, it is a huge part of French history and culture. If visiting a cabaret is on your bucket […]

BEST Luxembourg one day itinerary

Is one day in Luxembourg really enough? If you’re short on time, a well-planned Luxembourg one day itinerary can help you experience the best of this small but charming country. Luxembourg covers just 2,500 square kilometers, making it ideal for a quick visit—and its location, landlocked by Belgium, France, and Germany, makes it perfect for […]

BEST parks in Paris you NEED to visit

the gorgeous greek architecture found in Park Monceau

As we all know, Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world – it’s the reason why so many tourists flock to it every year! But surprisingly, the parks in Paris are not often included in a tourist’s itinerary. Paris is filled to the brim with history, people, fashion, and food – […]