Destination: Canterbury, Dover, and Calais (UK and France)

Happy New Year! Wrapping up my travel adventures from my vacances de Noël during my first year as an assistante, I am presenting another post which combines several destinations (as I'd done in my last post on my day trip from London) since all of them were just short visits before I *finally* returned to France- to Normandy, at … Continue reading Destination: Canterbury, Dover, and Calais (UK and France)

Destination: Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Oxford

While still in London during last year's les vacances de Noël, I decided to make a day trip to see some of the highlights in and around the area. I had booked a day tour beforehand that would take tourists to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and the University of Oxford, since I was interested in seeing a … Continue reading Destination: Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Oxford

Destination: London, England

Just like with other big-named cities in the world such as Paris or New York, the city of London is a dream destination for many travelers out there, especially those who have yet to step foot outside of their home town, even their home country. While certainly a cliché place to go out of the many … Continue reading Destination: London, England

Destination: Edinburgh, Scotland

When traveling in Scotland during les vacances de Noël last year, I was struck by the contrast between the two cities which I visited: Glasgow and Edinburgh. While the former is very much an artsy, progressive city, the latter is very much rooted in history, with its eponymous castle and medieval old town, thereby making it a popular … Continue reading Destination: Edinburgh, Scotland

Destination: the Scottish Highlands

While still in Glasgow during last year's winter holidays, I made a day trip over to the Scottish Highlands, since I'd heard that they were gorgeous and not to be missed while visiting Scotland. I'd booked a coach tour beforehand (which was about 50 euros, or rather approximately 41 pounds) that was set to leave bright … Continue reading Destination: the Scottish Highlands