NICE TO MAKE YOUR ACQUAINTANCE: AN INTRODUCTION TO NICE, FRANCE

When I think of the French Riviera, I think blue and white striped umbrellas, over-sized sun hats, white wine, glistening water, and a touch of class embedded in every crevice. That being said, it’s no surprise I chose Nice as my ‘base’ along the French Riviera. Nice epitomizes everything you could ever wish for in terms of glamour, sunshine, and bliss.  Continue Reading

DO AS THE FRENCH DO: A PARISIAN BUCKET LIST

What’s black and white and red all over? Me, in Paris. Everyone that has been to Paris, carries with them a story. Mine includes love, heartbreak, and so many croissants. Paris has been described as romantic, fashionable, artistic, dreamy, glamorous… the list could go on. If I had to use one word to describe Paris it would be: magical.

I did not necessarily discover the magic my first go around in Paris. However, upon returning to the city of love, the magic of the city captured me against my will. I left Paris a new woman. I believe if you allow Paris to consume you, you too may return home a modified version of yourself. Keep reading for my list of highlights in Paris. Continue Reading

PALACE OF VERSAILLES: A PHOTO DIARY

The Palace of Versailles is one of the most photogenic landmarks in France. You may recognize the infamous Hall of Mirrors and the Orangery from social media, magazines, blogs, etc. Before stepping foot on the estate, I was determined to capture the perfect shot of those trademark images. That being said, nearly every inch of the Palace of Versailles and it’s estate, is photo-worthy. In fact, some of my favorite photos from the property were not your standard shots. Continue Reading

A GARGOYLES VIEW: WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING NOTRE DAME

“Paris, the city of lovers is glowing this evening, true that’s because it’s on fire but still there’s l’amour” — The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Fun fact you may not know about me: I constantly listen to Disney movie soundtracks when drafting blog posts {and in life in general}. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that during my first trip to Paris, I made it my mission to get a peek at what it was those Gargoyles were constantly singing about in the Hunchback of Notre Dame.  Continue Reading