Tag: religious places
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Old Town Gates & Markets in Freiburg {Germany}
After spending several days wandering through the storybook villages of the Alsace region, we crossed the border into Germany for a day in Freiburg—a city that had quietly worked its way onto our itinerary. We first came across it in a travel book, then again through a fellow traveler’s story, and something about it lingered.…
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The Capital of Christmas in Strasbourg {France}
After leaving Paris, we made our way east to the Alsace region, where our first stop was Strasbourg—a city that fully embraces the magic of the season as the Capital of Christmas. This is a city shaped by centuries of change. Today, it is known as the seat of the European Parliament, but during the…
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A Winter Day Strolling the Streets of Paris {France}
We first visited France last year, and ever since, we’ve talked about returning. So when we decided to come back just as the Christmas markets were beginning to open, the trip felt even more special—something we had been quietly looking forward to for months. Our journey began in Paris, a city that seems to inspire…
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The French Quarter & Riverwalk- New Orleans {Louisiana}
My job brought me to New Orleans for a conference, but I arrived a couple of days early for one simple reason — I wanted to walk. That first morning, I slipped out before the city fully woke up. The sky was just beginning to lighten over the French Quarter, and the air still held…
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Exploring the Historic Heart of St. Augustine {Florida}
One of our favorite weekends when we lived in Florida was visiting St. Augustine, a city where history seems woven into every street and building. Often called the oldest continuously inhabited European-established city in the United States, St. Augustine was founded in September 1565 by Spanish explorers arriving on the shores of Florida’s first coast.…
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Christmas in Munich: Markets, Lights, & Holiday Magic {Germany}
Our next morning in Munich, we found ourselves debating how we wanted to spend the day. Should we visit one of the city’s many museums? Take a deeper historical tour? Go back to one of the places we had only glimpsed from the bus window the day before? But in the end, the Christmas markets…
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Arriving in Monteverde & Discovering Pura Vida {Costa Rica}
Our first day in Monteverde introduced us to winding mountain roads, cloud forest weather, and the welcoming spirit of Pura Vida. Here’s what to know before visiting one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful destinations.
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Visiting Altos de Chavón: La Romana’s Beautiful Mediterranean Village {Dominican Republic}
Discover why Altos de Chavón became one of our favorite surprises in the Dominican Republic. This recreated Mediterranean village overlooking the Chavón River combines art, history, culture, and breathtaking views in one unforgettable destination.
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Exploring Bruges: Medieval Streets and Historic Canals {Belgium}
Bruges was the perfect ending to our time in Belgium. From peaceful canals and medieval architecture to hidden courtyards, historic churches, and scenic boat rides, this beautiful city offered far more than postcard views—it offered a glimpse into centuries of history and a memorable finale to an unforgettable journey.
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Exploring Ghent: Castles, Canals and a City Steeped in History {Belgium}
After a day in Brussels, we set out to explore more of Belgium with a guided day tour that would take us to both Ghent and Bruges in a single day. Ghent was our first stop. The pace of a group tour meant we were only able to experience Ghent briefly, but even in that…