Lifestyle

Many Easter traditions, such as the Easter bunny, egg hunts and chocolate or candy bunnies, are quite similar in the U.S. and in Germany, however, there may be a few customs you are not familiar with. In Germany, Easter is historically a Christian holiday with church services on Friday, Sunday […]

In northern Italy, where the massive Dolomite mountains dominate the land, you can find a different sort of country. This is adventure Italy. Adventure Italy gets your heart pumping. For example, we asked a lifelong local to recommend a remote hike that was still reasonable enough for a family of […]

Scotland’s capital city Edinburgh (pronounced, ed-in-bruh) is one of its most iconic destinations, and not just because of its Royal connections. The Gaelic city is steeped in history, was the site of ancient bloody battles, and boasts some of the country’s best-loved architecture. There are plenty of reasons to visit […]

Strasbourg is the perfect city to spend a fun weekend with your family. From historic strolls to parks and river cruises, here are ideas for spending the day in Strasbourg with the whole family in mind. Strasbourg is a vibrant symbol of Europe, with a complex history and diverse cuisine. […]

Venice is a marvel. There is so much to do in this enchanting city — including great sights off the beaten track! Here are the nine top things for you to know about before you go. 1. St Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco) Dubbed by Napoleon as the ‘finest drawing […]

The words “Belgian chocolate” stir the imagination in a way that few other phrases do. You picture rows of delicate pralines and truffles behind pristine glass, and lose yourself in the idea that bliss lies inside each one of those small, delicious pieces. It’s not a distant dream. Belgian chocolates […]

Nothing makes me happier on Valentine’s day than having a yummy dessert with my special person. Unfortunately, my busy life makes it nearly impossible to prepare one every single day; nevertheless, I often prepare desserts during holidays or when I have special occasions at home. Pavlova is my personal favorite […]