It’s that time of year where I start to plan my pre-fall wardrobe (I say pre-fall because there’s no way I’m getting anywhere close to putting on a sweater when Mother Nature still firmly believes it’s summer). Now that August is over, I created a little wish list of things I’d like to build into […]
In Croatia there is a saying: “Fish should swim three times – first in the sea, second in olive oil, and third in wine.” Nowhere is this phrase more epitomized in the Croatian culture and daily life than it is in Split. From the lively harbor promenade, or riva as it is known in Italian, […]
I’m always looking for ways to enjoy a little Europe at home. And I want my guests to feel the same nostalgia for that European cafe lifestyle that I feel. So, I built a little guest room coffee station so that our friends and family never have to stray too far for that extra bit […]
Am I the only one who feels that summer isn’t officially over until Sept. 1st? Schools are back in session already, but it just feels wrong with it still being one hundred degrees out. And don’t even get me started on the pumpkin spice latte that’s now making an appearance this month. August will always […]
When visiting Rovinj, a day trip to Pula is an easy excursion. Even though many travelers choose to stay in Pula with a day trip to Rovinj, we preferred it the other way around. Pula is the biggest city in the Istria region of Croatia with lots of history mixed with modern life. We just […]
I love it when my favorite things become reader favorites, too! This month, what C&C readers are currently loving is once again, all about summer. I can’t blame you when it seems the whole world is experiencing a heat wave every day. August is also still summer to me. I don’t believe summer is over […]
Rovinj is possibly an overlooked destination in Croatia. It’s hard to stand out against the Dalmatian Islands or Dubrovnik, but little Rovinj does just that. Welcome to my Eat+Stay+Play: Rovinj travel guide! If you’re curious about any of my other E+S+P guides, you can check them all out here. As part of our Balkans trip, […]
When August rolls around I’m just reminded that summer is, sadly, coming to a close. There are so many things I love about summer that I wish could keep going all year, like sunny days at the pool and baseball games. But just because the seasons change doesn’t mean that everything we love about summer […]
Sailing the Dalmatian Islands was one of the most amazing things we’ve ever done. Describing the experience as EPIC might not even do it justice. This post is one that I’ve been really excited to share with you since the day we arrived on board. We first looked into chartering a boat for a few […]
Well, I am officially a dog mom of two fur babies! If you’ve been following along for any bit of time then you know we already have Bella, our sweet 11 year old yellow lab. My dog mom life has been consumed with her for the majority of our marriage, and has spanned two cities […]
We spent a day on Lake Bled while on our Ljubljana leg of our Balkans trip, and let me tell you…it is STUNNING in every way! It’s an easy day trip from Ljubljana and allows you to get out of the city and see some of the gorgeous Slovenian countryside. Related: Be sure to check […]
We’ve had such a busy summer so far, but I still managed to get some reading in. I used to have a job where I felt like I had to constantly keep up with a certain amount of books per year and they all had to be specific genres. Now, I have the flexibility to […]
While most people think of Dubrovnik when it comes to dragons, it’s actually Ljubljana that is considered a possible dragon’s lair. According to mythological legend, Jason (and the Argonauts) slayed a dragon in a nearby swamp. The city symbol is also a dragon and you’ll see it on top of the Ljubljana Castle tower, in […]
I’ve addressed travel wardrobe challenges a few times on here (most recently with my Croatia Packing List post), but I received a few DM’s on Instagram asking specific questions about my summer wardrobe when Europe’s weather can be pretty varied during the summer. Things like, Do I need a jacket or is a sweater ok? […]
It’s good to finally be back! After traveling for the better part of a month, it feels good to be home and back to a routine. Sorry to leave you guys hanging for so long, but hopefully you followed along on my Instagram! I have so much to share from our trip to the Balkans, […]
It’s time for the part of travel that I dislike the most – packing. But I make it easier on myself by curating a packing list of all the summer outfits and accessories I plan to bring. For our trip to Croatia (oh and also Slovenia, Bosnia, and Montenegro) I’m bringing a mix of summer […]
If the thought of getting into a closed cabin full of strangers, germs, and dehydrated air for several hours has you a little freaked out like me (hello, anxiety, party of one), then this post is for you! My simple pre-flight beauty routine can really help take the edge off and give your body what […]
The topic of souvenirs is actually one of my favorite things to talk about. I love shopping for something special to bring home that will always remind me of our travels. In fact, my husband lovingly refers to me as “Gift Shop Erin” because if there’s a gift shop within 50 feet I will be […]
How are you guys liking the Daily Look series here on le blog? I’m finding it fun to share more about some of the daily looks I post over on the old ‘gram. Things like what I was thinking when I put my outfit together, the reason behind why I’m wearing it, and more about […]
Every year when summer rolls around, I want to do as they say – all the things! Time slows down, the days are longer, and I’m feeling like anything is possible. Summer is a little like having an endless string of Fridays (my favorite day of the week). My 2019 summer bucket list is something […]