Although Mont Saint Michel is impressive in every way, I may almost enjoy the Beauport Abbey a bit more. It’s not as touristy, the grounds are lush and the other visitors speak in hushed voices. It’s a wonderful place for a stroll and to marvel at the old buildings.
Summer
The Arches of Mont Saint Michel
Mont Saint Michel is one of those places that seems to be on everyone’s bucket list, and I understand why. This was my second time visiting and it was no less interesting. In fact, this time I saw details I missed last time. Last time we were among the last visitors that day and there […]
A Week in Krk
It’s one of the rainiest summers on record and in dire need of some sun and warmth, I was still wary about traveling during this Covid pandemic. I was invited to join dear friends on their annual trip to Croatia, but my mind went around in circles: Is it selfish to travel during this time? […]
Pragelpass Hike
I was reading one of my favorite blogs for hiking inspiration when I came across this blog post and instantly liked the photos of the area. After a bit of research, I found a hike in the area that would take me across Pragelpass- from one valley (Muotathal, Canton Schwyz) to the next (Klöntal, Canton […]
Top of Zurich
Earlier this year I decided I needed to hike up to the top of the highest mountain in the Canton of Zurich. It happens to not even be that far away from where I live, so on a hot and muggy morning I headed to the trailhead and started hiking. At 1,292 m (4,239 ft) […]
Postcard from Unterhuldingen
14 years ago, I visited the open-air museum which features reconstructions of stilt houses from the Stone and Bronze Ages on Lake Constance. Since 2001, these have been a Unesco World Heritage site. I don’t remember much of this visit except that we were herded through and that it was a hot day. I had […]