The last leg of our European road trip was Southampton, UK. Southampton is where our ride back to the US, the Queen Mary II departs from for the Transatlantic crossing. Our last visit was mid January and the cold, rain, and exhaustion from our NYC > UK crossing kept us from exploring much that trip. […]
Our June 2024 stop in Calais was a whirlwind of history, quirky adventures, and heartwarming moments that perfectly punctuated our European roadtrip. We only had one night here, a precious pause before our big Chunnel crossing the next day, and every minute was unforgettable. After checking into our historic hotel, we set off to explore
Luxembourg was a delightful, whirlwind adventure—a brief yet captivating peek into a city where history meets modern charm. We checked into our hotel located just outside downtown.One sunny afternoon, we hopped in the car and drove downtown to sample what Luxembourg City had to offer. The plan was simple: a quick trip for a great
Our journey through Europe led us to Kirchheim unter Teck—a charming town steeped in history and deeply connected to my own family roots. With my mother’s father’s side hailing from two small villages just a 6- and 30-minute drive away, this stop was more than just another destination—it was a homecoming of sorts. My family’s
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Sometimes travel has a way of surprising you. While in Zagreb, we learned that our planned night train from Croatia to Germany had fallen through. Instead of fretting over a lost workday, we embraced the unexpected bonus—a night extra in Salzburg. And oh, what a night it turned out to be! We spent our extra
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Locking up our Split apartment for the very last time was both thrilling and a little emotional—it marked the beginning of our next adventure as we drove north to Zagreb. Our journey into Croatia’s vibrant capital was full of unexpected twists, playful moments, and heartfelt reflections. Our first rental was a massive Ford Transit. While
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