Tag: Europe
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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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A Day at Disneyland Paris: Experiencing the Queen’s Maze & Castle’s Dragon {France}
After days of exploring museums, cathedrals, and historic sites in Paris, we set aside one day just for our daughter. Here’s what we loved about Disneyland Paris, from the incredible castle and hidden dragon to the reminder that family travel should make room for childhood magic.
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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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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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Grianan of Aileach: Discovering Ireland’s Ancient Past & An Unexpected Family Adventure
While exploring County Donegal, Ireland, we made an unexpected stop at Grianan of Aileach, an ancient hill fort overlooking the countryside. What started as a quick visit became one of our most memorable stops, filled with history, incredible views, family connections, and a few unexpected surprises.
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Moments & Misadventures :: Woolen Wonders
I had the amazing opportunity to go to Ireland with two aunts who were fulfilling a lifelong dream of going to where their grandparents came from. My one aunt is an accredited genealogist who had traced our family tree back to the 1300s. We would stop by museums and seeing a large picture of someone…
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Trinity College & The Book of Kells {Ireland}
If there was only one thing you could do in Dublin, then Trinity College and the Book of Kells should be it. This was my absolute favorite part of Dublin. Trinity College itself is incredible place with its history reaching back to 1592 when it was founded by Queen Elizabeth I. In fact the full…
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Legananny Dolmen {Northern Ireland}
Nestled in the countryside of County Down, sits the Legananny Dolmen. The name Legananny is derived from the Irish term Liagán Áine, meaning standing stone. This is a Neolithic era funerary site dating back around 5,000 years. To honor a relative that had passed away, these huge stones were dragged up the hillside and assembled…
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Dundrum Castle {Northern Ireland}
Dundrum Castle in County Down is an incredible historical tribute. This castle was built sometime around 1177 century by John de Courcey after his invasion of the Ulster area and has stood here overlooking the beautiful countryside ever since. This idyllic spot sits on top of a rocky hill with stunning views of the Dundrum…