Tag: architecture
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Wandering in Brussels: Waffles, Comics & Landmarks {Belgium}
Some cities immediately feel familiar, and others take you by surprise in the best possible way. Brussels was one of those cities for us. We arrived not quite knowing what to expect beyond chocolate and waffles, but what we found was a place full of character—where medieval streets meet modern Europe, and where art, architecture,…
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Finding Joie de Vivre in Paris: Montmarte, Art Nouveau & a Slower Side of the City {France}
A slower, more reflective second day in Paris exploring Sacré-Cœur, Montmartre, Art Nouveau details, Galeries Lafayette, and the peaceful Tuileries Garden. This day revealed the quieter, more personal side of the city and the French idea of joie de vivre.
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One Day in Paris: Walking Through the Heart of the City {France}
A reflective first day in Paris exploring Saint Germain cafés, the Seine, the Louvre courtyard, Notre Dame, Shakespeare and Company, and the Eiffel Tower.
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Favorite Places to Visit in Tennessee: Waterfalls, Music, History & Hidden Gems
Explore our favorite places to visit in Tennessee, from Nashville music landmarks and historic sites to waterfalls, whiskey distilleries, and unexpected cultural gems across the state.
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Wandering Edinburgh: The City that Changed How I Travel
Rain-soaked streets, ancient stone buildings, hidden alleyways, and centuries of history—Edinburgh taught me how to slow down, wander, and fall in love with a city one street at a time.
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Exploring Banff in Winter: A Walk Through the Mountain Town{Alberta}
Banff is more than a gateway to the Canadian Rockies—it’s a destination in its own right. In winter, the town transforms into a cozy mountain village filled with historic sites, river walks, museums, and charming streets. This post explores what it’s like to spend a day wandering through Banff beyond the famous viewpoints.
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Hartford Literary Houses: Visiting the Mark Twain House & Harriet Beecher Stowe Center{Connecticut}
Step inside the homes of two of America’s most influential writers with a visit to the Mark Twain House and Harriet Beecher Stowe House in Hartford, Connecticut. Discover the stories, history, and lasting legacy behind these remarkable literary landmarks.
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Visiting Belle Meade Plantation {Tennessee}
This last weekend my friends were in town and we spent and we went all over Nashville seeing all the sights we could squeeze into a couple of days. We did some touristy things, we saw some historic places, and ate some classic Southern food. One of the favorite parts of the weekend was a…
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Walking Asheville’s Urban Trail {North Carolina}
This last weekend took us to the foothills of the mountains of North Carolina. We spent a few hours in downtown Asheville taking what has come to be known as the ‘Urban Trail’. This trail takes visitors along through the streets of the artsy, eclectic area of downtown with a lot of interesting shops and…
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A Day Around Nashville {Tennessee}
Nashville has no shortage of fun things to do. And with my younger brother in town this last weekend we were trying to decide what of that wealth of things to do we should take him to. But with only the one day to spend with him in the Music City we managed to share…