Destination: Reykjavik, Iceland (Part 2)

After having a mid-morning snack (or "lunch," however you see it) of an Icelandic hot dog, I continued my first full day of visiting Reykjavik. That morning, I'd already seen the highlights of the city center, including the Hallgrimskirkja, the Tjörnin, the Sólfarið, and the Harpa Concert Hall. It was then a matter of venturing a … Continue reading Destination: Reykjavik, Iceland (Part 2)

Destination: Reykjavik, Iceland (Part 1)

Iceland had been high on my bucket list for a long time; I'd especially been planning to go since my first year in France. However, I knew that I had to save some serious money-- being an assistante, I made less than minimum wage, so it wasn't ideal. This year as a lectrice, though, I made more money, and … Continue reading Destination: Reykjavik, Iceland (Part 1)

Top 7 Best *Free* Views of Paris

Bonjour! If you know me as a traveler, one of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is to check out its views. Sometimes, it's a matter of scaling a hill or climbing stairs, in order to get that gorgeous scenery at the top. It can be tiring at times, but it's very … Continue reading Top 7 Best *Free* Views of Paris

Destination: Pisa, Italy

After four nights in the Ligurian region of Italy in May 2016, it was time for me to head back to France. While I had a fantastic time hiking the gorgeous Cinque Terre and exploring the surrounding cities in the region (including Portofino), I knew that I had to return to France, as I had … Continue reading Destination: Pisa, Italy