5 Unique Day Trips from Paris You Can Enjoy

Ideas for some of the best day trips from Paris. Famous and not-so-well-known sights including castles and palaces, military history, gardens, food, and wine.

Lessons From a First Trip to Paris

Save money, time and stress with these simple and easy tips learned from a first trip to Paris.

How to Travel for (Almost) Zero Money

Can you travel almost anywhere without paying for food or lodging? You can, with a few hours of labor.

Sacre-Coeur, Sunsets, and Other Montmartre Experiences

Montmartre is an exciting neighborhood that offers incredible experiences. Here's a starter list of some that you shouldn’t miss.

Why I Have To Go To Paris

I don’t speak the language. I don’t really like France. The saga of wine(ing) continues as I seek to find out why do I have to go to Paris?

Why Do I Have to Go to Paris?

So I ask; why do I have to go to Paris? I don’t speak the language. I don’t really like France. The only good thing about France is the wine.

How to Make French People Love You

To make French people love you (even in Paris), follow these tips and you'll be one of their favorite tourists EVER.

Off the Tourist Track: Paris’ 17th Arrondissement

A well-kept locals' secret, Paris' 17th Arrondissement offers fascinating glimpses of history as well as a real feel for la vie Parisienne.

I’m Sailing Away on a Rhine River Cruise

I’m sailing away on a Rhine River cruise and will take you along in this picture postcard essay.

Colmar: The Prettiest Town in Alsace

With its cobblestone streets, flower-lined canals, sidewalk cafes, and half-timbered houses, this is the prettiest town in Alsace.

One Day in France’s Alsace Region

On a Rhine cruise, you'll likely take an Alsace tour. This one visits a winery and a bakery that uses a 200-year-old gingerbread recipe.

What Is on a Rhine River Cruise Itinerary?

Considering a European river cruise? Here's what to expect on board and ashore, plus our Rhine River cruise itinerary from Basel to Amsterdam.