Lugano may not have snowcapped trees but it definitely has its share of a winter wonderland. It is hard not to to embrace the Christmas spirt in this quaint city. The Christmas market begins with the lighting of the Christmas tree in the main square of Piazza Reforma and continues throughout the New Year. (2018… Continue reading Winter wonderland in Lugano
Before leaving for Thailand we read up on recommend areas to visit. We knew we wanted to organize a boat trip to the Phi Phi Islands but heard the islands were over crowded and to give it a miss. I'm so glad we decided not to go with the advice to skip the islands. If… Continue reading Phi Phi Islands
Most people do not think of the beach when they think of Tuscany. The thought of rolling green hills, vineyards, and quaint villages come to mind. If you have yet to discover the beaches in Tuscany, I would highly recommend a getaway to Tuscany. The beaches along the Tuscan coast spread for miles… Continue reading Top 3 beaches along the Tuscan coast
During the summer we visited Portugal and enjoyed a week-long surf camp and this year we thought we'd try our luck at spring surfing. Portugal is known for its waves and has even been referred to as the European Pipeline. We are not seasoned surfers, just vacation surfers, so of course we knew we would… Continue reading Surfing in Portugal
In a small valley, nestled between the French Alps, lies the little town of Valliore. We booked our family New Year's holiday here. Soon after we had booked our stay, we read it was "The best kept secret..." And sure enough, we may have to agree. This resort town is located in the Rhône-Alpes region in… Continue reading Skiing in the French Alps
We've had the opportunity to experience a great Swiss tradition in both the German and Italian part of the country. Every February the Swiss, and a majority of Western European countries, celebrate Carnival. The celebrations usually take place in February or March, before the start of Lent. It's a time of year when the Swiss… Continue reading Swiss Traditions
One area we enjoy visiting, in the German part of Switzerland, is Engleberg. Hiking trails are scattered throughout Engleberg, but one of our favorites is the Kitzeltrail. You can access the trail by taking the Brunni chairlift to the top of the mountain where you find Lake Härzlisee. If you are ambitious, you can also… Continue reading Hiking in Engleberg
