An October Weekend in Champagne

A few years ago, I read the book, “The Winemaker’s Wife” by Kristin Harmel, a work of fiction set during WWII in Champagne. While I love champagne, both the taste of it and its celebratory essence, I didn't know much about its production, let alone the storied...

Under the Tuscan Sun

As soon as we embarked on our drive from the airport through the breathtaking Tuscan hills, I knew that our first trip to Tuscany would certainly not be our last. We chose the outskirts of the ancient city of Volterra and San Gimignano wine region...

A Weekend in Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh is a city whose mystical beauty and history captured my heart. We spent a long weekend transversing the city and taking in its Scottish charm. With plaid shops on every corner of the Royal Mile, haggis as a staple on most menus, and the sound of...

Exploring the Ring of Kerry

During my month-long stay in Ireland, we spent a weekend exploring the western countryside, which was a highlight of my time in the country. After traveling from Dublin south to Blarney and Cobh and then west to Killarney, we took a scenic drive along the Dingle Peninsula,...