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5 Less Obvious Destinations for your European Summer Vacation
Warm-weather escapes with beautiful beaches, great food, and a little more breathing room
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Did I Make a Mistake Moving to France?
How life here hasn't been what I expected
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Souvenirs from the South of France That Are Actually Worth Room in Your Suitcase
A guide to locally made, useful, and tasty things to bring back home
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Let Me Tell You About My Favorite Town in the South of France
There’s a good chance you’ve never heard of it
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The Less Glamorous Side of Life in France
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UK vs. Netherlands vs. France - Comparing My Experiences Living in 3 European Countries
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​Where I Take My Friends When They Visit Nice
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After Seven Years in Europe, These Are the Things I Still Miss About America
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Did I Make a Mistake Moving to France?
How life here hasn't been what I expected
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Field Notes: March, 2026
WSET classes, a wave of new openings in the French Riviera, and exciting travel news
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Less Glamorous Side of Life in France: Part Deux
More time has passed, and I have more grievances to air.
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5 Less Obvious Destinations for your European Summer Vacation
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​Where I Take My Friends When They Visit Nice
Secret apero spots, local shopping, all-day dining and more!
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Let Me Tell You About My Favorite Town in the South of France
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Elba Island: The Trip I Didn’t Appreciate as Much as I Should Have
A beautiful Italian island, a trip that wasn't how I imagined it, and a lesson in letting a place be what it is
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After Seven Years in Europe, These Are the Things I Still Miss About America
I’ve adjusted a lot, but I still crave tacos, Costco, and an iced coffee the size of my face
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Field Notes: May, 2026
Honest thoughts on Corsica, new French Riviera openings, and where I'm headed this summer
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