A peek behind the curtain: sitting down to write this guide was hard! We live in Portland, and had a long list of things we wanted to make sure to include to make sure you see the best that the city has to offer. How can we possibly fit everything we love about Portland into…
You’re in for a treat: Florence’s history is equal parts fascinating and salacious, with plenty of stories full of backstabbing and allegedly celibate religious figures with multiple sons that wouldn’t be out of place on a show like Game of Thrones. The rich and sometimes salacious history around the Medici family, one of the most…
Paris is a magical city, and we can’t get enough of evening walks along the Seine, leisurely lounging next to a fountain in the sun, and devouring as many (gluten free) pastries and glasses of French wine as we can. However, it’s also worth remembering that Paris is a BIG city – something we’ll reiterate…
One of the things I find most interesting about Rome is the contrast between the elements of Ancient Roman history, which is perhaps the most well-known empire in human history (at least the most “well-known” in modern times), and the fact that Italy as a nation is relatively young. One of the youngest in Europe,…
Looking for a warm and sunny place to spend a couple of days in southwestern Spain that is full of history and culture? Allow us to introduce you to Seville! We spent four days in the city and fell in love with its charm and atmosphere, which is a little bit of a cross between Amsterdam…
Planning a trip to Granada and looking to make the most of your time in one of Spain’s most fascinating cities? After spending a few days in Granada, we came away with a much deeper understanding of the impact of the Muslim period – which spanned nearly eight centuries – in Andalucía and on Spain…