Vacation Vault

  • Rome Revisited: Ruins, Religion and Rigatoni

    Rome Revisited: Ruins, Religion and Rigatoni

    Rome captivates millions with its history, ruins, and culture. Key attractions include the Trevi Fountain, Colosseum, Vatican City, and hands-on experiences like pasta-making classes. The city’s walkability, diverse dining, and unique lodging options enhance traveler experiences. Exploring Rome offers rich culinary and cultural insights. Read more

  • Venturing Through Vibrant Victoria

    Venturing Through Vibrant Victoria

    Victoria, British Columbia, is a captivating city known for its natural beauty and rich British heritage. Visitors can enjoy activities like traditional afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress, scenic water taxi rides, and exploring Canada’s oldest Chinatown. Vibrant parks and diverse shopping options enhance the experience, making it a perfect destination for all. Read more

  • Calgary Chronicles: Community, Culture and Can’t-Miss Spots

    Calgary Chronicles: Community, Culture and Can’t-Miss Spots

    Calgary, Alberta, is a vibrant city renowned for its arts, diverse dining, and proximity to Banff National Park. Visitors can enjoy attractions like Devonian Gardens, Calgary Tower, and the Calgary Public Library. Unique architecture and a lively atmosphere make it a perfect destination for entertainment and exploration in western Canada. Read more

  • Mount Rainier National Park

    Mount Rainier National Park

    Our day started at 4:30 a.m. with a 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Redmond, Washington to the park. We started on the Van Trump Trail to Comet Falls. As we reached the end of the trail and caught a glimpse of the falls, our jaws DROPPED. We played in the frigid mist of… Read more

  • Luxembourg Luxury

    Luxembourg Luxury

    This morning we took a 3.5 hour train from Brussels to Luxembourg. Located between France, Belgium and Germany, this tiny country is about the size of the US state of Rhode Island! After checking into our hotel we had lunch at QoSQo where we enjoyed gourmet quesadillas. Our first attraction was Grand Ducal Palace, home… Read more

  • Bold in Brussels: Beauty, Beer and Belgian Bites

    Bold in Brussels: Beauty, Beer and Belgian Bites

    Day 1: Learning the Metric System The morning started with a train ride from Amsterdam Centraal to Brussels-Midi. Our stomachs were growling, so we took the tram to Wolf: a food hall in the center of the city. I ordered tequeños and arepa de cholo. Jeff and I split salchipapas and I tried some dim… Read more