While staying in Toulouse earlier this year, I made a few day trips to other towns in the southwest of France-- one of them was Carcassonne, a fortified Medieval town that's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perched on a hill and picturesque, it's no wonder that it attracts plenty of tourists each year, as they … Continue reading Destination: Carcassonne, France
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Whilst visiting Paris after the New Year, I also decided to make a day trip to Amiens. Located in the Picardie region of France, this city is home to the tallest, completed cathedral in France and was the home of science-fiction writer Jules Verne. That said, I thought I would dedicate a day to seeing … Continue reading Destination: Amiens, France
The smallest country in the world, the Vatican City State isn't small when it comes to the wealth of history, architecture, and sites to see. With over five million people visiting this small country within Rome each year, it bears testament (pun intended) to just how important this place is for history, art and, of … Continue reading Destination: The Vatican City
Considered one of the most picturesque towns in the Bavaria region of Germany, Bamberg is certainly a stunner that attracts plenty of tourists each year. Less than an hour's drive from Nuremberg, it makes for the perfect day trip to explore its charming, UNESCO World Heritage Site-honored grounds. Knowing that Bamberg was a can't-miss town, … Continue reading Destination: Bamberg, Germany
During my time in Nuremberg, I also made a couple of day trips to nearby smaller cities to get a more-complete picture of the Bavaria region with all its charm and history. That said, I chose to make a day trip to Regensburg, located about 100 kilometers south from Nuremberg. Having heard good things about … Continue reading Destination: Regensburg, Germany
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