The Gutsy Traveler

EUROPE

France

Visit France. Paris. then Normandy: where Impressionism was born

Like countless other Francophiles, I am captivated by French art, history and fashion, as well as the cheeses, wine, pastries, …
Escape to Norway and cruise the fjords

Escape to Norway and cruise the fjords

Emerald fjords carved into the coast by glaciers are the ultimate symbol of Norway. If exploring this breathtaking scenery is …
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Southern Italy where they’ve perfected the art of slowing down

When our cook, Fausta Solfa, mentioned that dinner would be at 7:30 pm, someone in our group asked: “Is that …
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Chasing the midnight sun in norway. hut-to-hut hiking and freedom camping.

Hut-to-hut hiking and Freedom Camping is the way to go in Norway if you love the outdoors and want stay …
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Europe riverboat cruises offer ease and old world beauty

Seeing Europe from a riverboat is an intimate way to navigate the historic Old World waterways. We were close to …
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Changing women’s lives in Turkey with exercise.

I’m going to tell you right away what the best part of traveling and my job is: meeting amazing people …
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Changing women’s lives in Turkey with exercise.

I’m going to tell you right away what the best part of traveling and my job is: meeting amazing people …
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Tour company gives free bike trips to great teachers

For over a decade, outstanding teachers have won free bike trips during their summer vacations, thanks to the generosity of …
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The Grand Canyon of Greece: hiking to cliff-top monasteries in meteora

The best part of any good hike is the reward of an epic view.You sweat and trek your way to …
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Tasty travels: french country winter soup

When I was a student in Paris, a classmate invited me to her home in the Loire Valley for the …
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Exploring Thessaloniki: Take a walk in the cultural capital of Greece

“Just walk slowly,” he said. A rather odd answer to my inquiry about tips for sightseeing in Thessaloniki, Greece, but …
Best costumes from Venice during "carnival"

Best costumes from Venice during “carnival”

Carnival in Venice is an elegant costume party in the streets, along the canals and in private villas. Locals and …
Best costumes from Venice during "carnival"

Best costumes from Venice during “carnival”

Carnival in Venice is an elegant costume party in the streets, along the canals and in private villas. Locals and …
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Budget traveler tells five things not to do in London

London has no shortage of attractions. Whether you’re into food (best Indian   food, hands down), shopping (Harrods…need I say more?), …
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Florence’s sweet spots and italian men

The hardest part about your first few days in a foreign country is trying to balance your need for rest …