The Marais. The Marsh. The Jewish Quarter. The Fashion District. The LGBQT+ quarter. From narrow medieval streets, to beautiful churches, historic synagogues, boutique fashion outlets, and great eateries. That said, where should you stay in la Marais? Where is the Marais, Paris The word Marais comes from the French word for a marsh or swamp. […]
The Tour Guy
Author: Hugo Kennedy
If you were an artist in the late nineteenth century in Europe, there is one place to go. Montmartre, Paris. Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, and Renoir have all graced its streets and inspired generations of artists to come to the neighborhood. Nowadays, Montmartre is definitely on the tourist trail! Visitors come to see its beautiful […]
Traveling to Paris is a dream for many or a beloved place to return to for others. It is the most visited city in the world with a wealth of options for accommodation and sights to see. However, sometimes with a plurality of options comes difficulties in making an informed decision about where to stay. […]
Puglia, in Italy’s heel, is a captivating escape with stunning architecture, two coastlines, and arguably Italy’s best food and wine. Skip the crowded hotspots and immerse yourself in authentic charm with stays at luxurious masserias or charming seaside resorts. Discover why this region is the ultimate Italian retreat for those seeking a quieter, equally enchanting […]
In the 1340s, Genoese sailors emerged from their ships bringing with them treasures from the Eastern world. Unbeknownst to them, they had also managed to bring with them fleas carrying bacteria that would cause the Bubonic Plague, which would go on to ravage Europe. This may not seem like a selling point for this city, […]
Despite being a peninsula containing the most UNESCO world heritage sites of any country on earth and possessing an unparalleled history. Italy as a state is a fairly recent invention. It was unified in the second half of the 19th century from a disparate group of city-states and kingdoms with their own identities. Snatches of […]
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