The French know how to live. Even if we can't visit right now, we can find a way to bring a little bit of the French joie de vivre back home to the States!

Though, understandably, much of Barcelona church buzz surrounds Gaudi's much more recent, and famed Sagrada Familia, the city of Barcelona is also home to the stunning Barcelona Cathedral, one of my favorite places in Spain!

Ah Spain - gorgeous historic sites, delicious paella, endless sangria, and that shimmering Mediterranean - it's a tourist's dream! And, of course, like any worthwhile tourist destination, it's also crowded with other tourists and the common ails that befall them!

Looking for the best shopping in Paris? From high-end mega stores to small boutiques, you can find it all in Paris, and I've rounded up the best shopping neighborhoods in Paris for you!

Paris has plenty of romance to offer...which makes it one of the most expensive (and crowded) tourist destinations in the world. Looking for some budget-friendly romantic spots in Paris?

Planning a trip to Italy? Look no further than this list of the top 10 tourists mistakes in Italy...and how you can avoid falling into the same traps.

As one of the most-visited cities in the world, being a tourist in Paris, especially a first-time visitor, can be quite an undertaking, no matter your level of tourism expertise! ​Check out the top tourist mistakes in Paris - so you can avoid them!

While Paris overflows with the best restaurants, sometimes you just want to grab a beverage and a ham & cheese sandwich for a lovely, romantic picnic! Check out these perfect Paris picnic spots and pack that basket!

Reflecting on our first trip to Paris, I'm thinking back about a few things that surprised me during our time in that lovely city.

Feeling intimidated by French fashion? If you're wondering what to pack for Paris as a tourist, check out my easy tips on the staples you do not want to forget.