The Best Day Trips from Lille by Train to Belgium
One of the best things about visiting or living in Lille is how easy it is to explore Belgium for a day! Lille is just minutes from the border, making it the perfect base for discovering charming Belgian cities (and MORE)—all without needing a car. After living in Lille for two years and taking these […]
5 things you should know when visiting Provence, France
Visiting Provence, France has been a bucket list destination for years! When I think of Provence, I immediately imagine rolling hills of lavender stretching out as far as the eye can see. This was the image I had in mind as I headed off on a 1-week long road trip in summer 2021. However, this […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 parks in Paris you NEED to visit
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 – […]
Complete 1-week Road Trip Budget for Germany and Alsace
You know when you picture fairytales, with timber-framed houses nestled into rolling hills? Yeah, that’s Germany and Alsace – and they actually look like that!! One of the best ways to experience this cute little corner of Europe is by road trip. And I’m here to break down exactly our road trip budget for your […]