Destination: Lyon, France (OFII edition)

Bonjour! Situated in central-east France, Lyon is a lively, thriving city of some 500,000 people and amazing scenery along its two rivers, the Saône and Rhône. The third-largest city in France behind Paris and Marseille, the city of Lyon is famous for its gastronomy and numerous sites and monuments that are sure to keep you … Continue reading Destination: Lyon, France (OFII edition)

10 Best Meals I’ve Had in Europe

When it comes to sightseeing in different countries throughout Europe, the whole experience isn't complete without at least trying the local cuisine. Although I'm personally a very budget-conscious traveler, I'm willing to splurge a bit and treat myself to at least one nice meal while visiting the country. Then again, not all great meals have … Continue reading 10 Best Meals I’ve Had in Europe

Destination: Seattle, Washington

While the past two days were spent in the natural landscapes of Oregon, our following day was a return to the urban environment. This time, my family and I would be hopping over the border to Washington to visit Seattle, and we would only have one night to take in the sights and sounds of … Continue reading Destination: Seattle, Washington

Destination: Portland, Oregon

After over two months of putting it off, I am *finally* getting around to my recent trip this summer. Back in June, my family and I did a road trip to the states of Oregon and Washington. Aside from visiting the popular cities like Portland and Seattle, we also sprinkled some day trips to a … Continue reading Destination: Portland, Oregon

Top-10 Favorite French Cities (so far)

Bonjour, mes ami(e)s! Not too long ago, I re-read a post from Anne's Present Perfect blog about her top-ten favorite cities in France. Besides vicariously living through the beautiful descriptions and gorgeous photos of each destination she's visited, I also happened to stumble upon the comment I wrote back when I first read it, along with her … Continue reading Top-10 Favorite French Cities (so far)