Portugal is quickly becoming a popular destination for American travelers who want to get more bang for their buck in Europe. It’s a pretty…
This week is finals, and I’m so excited for summer vacation that I can barely think straight. So while I get through this week…
Italy is a wonderful destination for American travelers who want to get the most out of a trip to Europe. It’s also a great…
Thanks to a long winter this year, we’ve had a late blooming spring, and it’s a glorious time to be here in Northern California….
When you think of Napa Valley, history probably doesn’t come to mind. But since I’ve gotten to know the area well, I’ve discovered that…
Where do you like to travel over the holidays? My husband, João, my kids and I took a 18-day trip to Italy and Portugal…
After a cold and rainy March, spring is finally in full swing here in Northern California, and everyone seems to have spring fever! This…
One of the greatest experiences of my life so far was teaching English abroad. My best friend from college was an English teacher in…
Happy weekend, everyone. What are your plans? After spending last weekend away, I’m looking forward to this weekend at home (haircut, grading student essays,…
If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s the importance of comfortable shoes. It’s especially crucial for me because I do a…
Doing anything fun this weekend? It’s been crazy here (by far the wettest winter I can remember) and we’re just waiting for one nice…
Those of us who live in Northern California already know that Lake Tahoe is one of the most popular destinations, which of course means…
If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s the importance of comfortable shoes. It’s especially crucial for me because I do a…
