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How to Spend a Day Trip to Dijon, France from Paris or Lyon!

The Burgundy, or Bourgogne, region of France is known for some of the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the world, detailed by the classic French countryside with the most charming villages and cities. A trip to this region makes for a great two night trip to really experience all of the culture, and even…
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The Champs Elysée 10k in Paris: Running My First Race

One year ago, I started running more seriously as a hobby while living in Paris. It’s quite ironic in fact, especially because I notoriously used to hate running. Flash forward to a year later, I’ve signed myself up for a series of three 10k’s in Paris with the Paris Master’s Circuit!
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A Cheese Filled Day Trip from Amsterdam to Gouda | the Netherlands

My favorite part of visiting Gouda was definitely seeing their famous Cheese Market. Simply known as the Markt, here you will discover some of the best Dutch specialties at it’s core, and experience what traditional Dutch trading methods and forms that were used all the way until 1987.
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Must Try Restaurants in Lyon, France: A Guide to the Gastronomic Capital

Lyon, France is famously known as the Gastronomic Capital of the World, and With so much to taste and experience among over 4,000 restaurants, there is one type of restaurant that you must try when visiting Lyon!
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Day Trip from Paris to Monet’s Garden in Giverny, France

If you’re looking to take a day trip from Paris, you should spend the day in Giverny, where Claude Monet lived between 1883 and 1926, and where he drew inspiration for many of his famous paintings!
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Spending 48 Hours in Warsaw, Poland

In this blog, I’ll take you through my 48 hours in Warsaw, Poland, and give you the best places to eat and things to do, vetted by my friend who has lived here for over a year!
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What It’s Like To Be An Au Pair in Paris

Discover what it’s like to move abroad and live in Paris as a jeune fille au pair for a year to live with a host family and take care of their two children, teach them English, and immerse myself in their culture!
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Complete Guide to Solo Traveling in Porto, Portugal | 4 Day Itinerary

Solo traveling has become one of the best things I’ve done for myself. It used to be scary for me, leading up to a trip, not knowing if I will be able to communicate in the local language, be safe, or if I will feel lonely. But solo traveling has led me to making the…
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My Favorite Non-Touristy Things To Do in Paris!

As I’ve lived in Paris for over a year, check out this fully curated guide to exploring the city including my favorite museums, restaurants, things to do, and more!
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A Foodie’s Guide to Borough Market in London

The iconic Borough Market in London dates back to over 1,000 years ago, and is home to more than one hundred vendors featuring high quality food from around the world! When I visited London for the first time, this market was the highlight of my trip, especially as a foodie. Eating out at Borough Market…
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Carette vs. Angelina’s Hot Chocolate in Paris: Is It Worth it?

If you use TikTok or Instagram, you’ve probably seen the famous hot chocolate topped with the most decadent mountain of whipped cream at luxurious cafés in Paris. But is this hot chocolate worth all of the hype or is it just a tourist trap? I’m here to break down whether it’s worth it to go…
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How to Spend Three Days in Budapest, Hungary | Backpacking Europe

Ending my three week backpacking trip of Europe in Budapest means we went out with a bang. Budapest might’ve been my favorite place that we visited, but then again after every city I felt that way! In Budapest, we spent two and a half days three nights, and celebrated my 22nd birthday on our last…
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