Christmas in the Alsace: A One-Week Itinerary
I spent the last week of November 2018 in one of the most festive places on earth—the Alsace region of France. To learn about my itinerary and practical tips, please […]
Will You Still Go On Your Trip?
Only a true traveler will understand the complex emotions of a cancelled trip. One can know something is impossible and insignificant in the grand scheme of things, but still be disappointed.
The Bells in France: They Are Ringing. And Ringing. And Ringing.
Picture a quaint French town filled with cobblestone streets and half-timbered architecture. We rented a cozy vacation apartment for two in the historic city center. As promised, an 800-year-old church […]
Which Harry Potter Experience? The United States or London?
My sister and her family recently visited London. They are big Harry Potter fans. These are the devotees who stood in line for midnight book release parties. The kind of […]
London: A 5-Day Itinerary
I fell in love with London on my first visit—but not in the traditional way. In 1993, I spent the summer blissfully backpacking through Europe. By the time I arrived […]
Maureen's Suitcase 