Places

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Paris, France — April 2025

Paris in April feels lighter. The city loosens after winter, terraces fill again, and everything seems just a little more alive without being overwhelming. It’s a month that rewards walking, lingering, and letting the day unfold naturally. Arriving in April,…

Vienne, France

Vienne makes for an easy and rewarding day trip from Lyon by train. In under an hour, the city feels distinctly different — quieter, older, and layered with history that spans Roman, medieval, and modern France. Arriving at the station,…

Windsor Castle, England

Windsor marked the beginning of our UK road trip. After picking up the rental car in Slough, it was a short drive to a place that feels inseparable from British history — familiar, iconic, and quietly imposing. Arriving in Windsor,…

Compiègne, France

Compiègne makes for an easy and refreshing day trip from Paris by train. Just over an hour away, it feels quieter and more spacious — a place where history and everyday life coexist without the urgency of the capital. Arriving…