Category: Travel

We probably never would have considered a trip to Ghent, but the terrace outside our cottage in Bruges was being rebuilt and the owner graciously arranged for us to take a side trip to Ghent for a week. Ghent is a lovely city with a younger vibe than Bruges. In fact, it may have the… Read more

I’ve loved Sanibel Island for as long as I can remember. I spent a large part of my childhood growing up in Fort Myers, so day trips to the island were a fairly regular occurrence. Once our children were old enough to travel, we started vacationing there in the winter to escape the Wisconsin winters.… Read more

There are so many wonderful places to visit in Italy that Bologna may not be on your radar; however, it is truly a gem. Bologna is nicknamed “La Grassa” (the fat) because it is famous for its food. We’ve had some of the best meals of our lives there – and, if you’re a foodie… Read more

I’ve been fortunate to visit Lucca, Italy, more times than I can count, and every time I go I find something more to enjoy about it. We typically stay at the Albergo Celide, a lovely and reasonably priced hotel just outside of the walled city. Start your day with breakfast at the hotel and be… Read more

We love Bruges so much that we try to visit at least once a year. Oftentimes, when we tell people we’re headed to Belgium they look confused as it isn’t on their radar. Frankly, I’d like to keep it that way. So many destinations get spoiled by over tourism, but I can’t help but tell… Read more

We spent two weeks in London last December. This was our third trip to London, so it’s starting to feel more familiar. First, it was cold. A damp cold that prompted me to pop into Zara and buy a winter coat. If you’re visiting London in winter, pack layers. The temperature can have some wild… Read more