Part two, this time sharing some of my favorite luxury and boutique hotels in Paris

Sharing some of my favorite luxury and boutique hotels in London

Exploring the UK's famous castles and manor houses

Une ville que je connais bien et que j'apprécie toujours

A roundup of some of my favorite and most helpful apps, websites and more to prepare for living abroad in Europe

The number of American expats moving abroad continue to grow, and in my most recent trip to Spain and Italy, I was running into them left and right. From retirees to digital nomads to people running companies remotely, there are more options than ever. Let’s discuss.

Yes, the Amalfi coast is that fabulous and just a train ride away from Rome. The 50-kilometer stretch of coastline along the southern edge of Italy’s Sorrentine Peninsula, has always been a popular holiday destination, and a draw from influencers everywhere.

I have fallen in love with Rome all over again, and come across record numbers of American expats who have made the move. Let’s explore.

It’s no wonder so many Brits and Europeans own property in one of the many beautiful towns around Spain’s Costa del Sol. I found myself browsing the possibilities too and here’s why.

After many years - and some recent ancestral investigating - I find myself back in the beautiful, cosmopolitan city of Barcelona and loving it more than ever

Fresh from a wonderful mini cruise on the Seine with Viking Cruises, my eyes are opened to a new way to travel.

I am grateful to the many blogs and expat groups that made my move so much easier and less stressful - especially during a pandemic year! Here are a few of my favorites.

I am moving to one of my favorite cities! I have been so fortunate to lived in incredible places like New York, Los Angeles, Vancouver, and now London…

After passing through five major airports in one week, the world as we know it changed.

While the country’s 20th-century history was a mess, Germany has lately evolved into a symbol of tolerance, equality, and prosperity around the world, as well as an arts haven.

With Oktoberfest right around the corner, you have likely seen local pubs & restaurants around the world ready to embrace the event. But if you really want to experience it in all of its cultural splendor, you need to go to the source: Germany.

Switzerland is a beautiful mountainous country snuggled into central Europe, home to numerous lakes, villages and the high peaks of the Alps.

Denmark, along with Northern Europe, has become an increasingly popular destination for many already familiar with the continent (a record number of tourists this year). From architecture to design (hello Hygge), it’s a great time to visit this Scandinavian gem.

Open after a recent renovations, Adare Manor in Ireland has always been a gem prior, when my first stay was in 2015.

One of my very favorite cities, one that I return to every year, feeling completely at home. Of course it is impossible to share it all, but here is a little taste, including side trips out of the City, just a short train ride away.