Visiting Versailles: Tips For A Successful Day Trip

By Catalina | March 21, 2016

If you plan on spending several days in Paris, a trip to the incredible château de Versailles is an absolute must. History lovers, garden enthusiasts, and lovers of pretty things will be amazed at the beauty both within the palace and on its sprawling grounds. It is no small wonder that this former home to French…

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Climbing The Eiffel Tower: 674 Steps To The Top Of Paris

By Catalina | March 14, 2016

The Eiffel Tower, or Tour Eiffel is one of the most easily recognized landmarks in the world. The famous structure is the tallest building in Paris, standing at 1,063 feet, and receives over 6.98 million visitors per year. A lover of Paris, climbing the Eiffel Tower has been on my bucket list for quite some time, and…

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A Little Bit of France in Florence

By Catalina | September 22, 2015

One of my favorite things about Firenze is that there is always something new to see and do, and today was no exception. During my day off spent wandering around the city (shamelessly scouting photo locations), I stumbled upon La Belle Epoque Market in the piazza Santissima Annunziata. The piazza will be filled with a number…

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