About Us

My name is Beth and my husband and travel partner, Chris and I love to plan trips and do everything a la carte; so to speak. I pick the places and he plans the logistics!

Our last trip to Italy took months to plan with all of the high speed trains, local trains and ferries and accommodations that we had to book. We hope this site will make it easier for you to plan your next trip with our tips and information. We will give you ideas on where to stay and how to get around that will save you time, money and stress.

I will also share my favorite walking shoes, socks, clothes, accessories, etc to pack for your trip. I can give you tips on packing essentials and how to pack light. Trust me, after lugging our big suitcases around Italy (especially the Amalfi Coast, which is a vertical town) we have learned our lesson. We are planning a three week trip to Italy, France and Switzerland with carry-on luggage only (and maybe a backpack).

We will also give you advice of do’s and don’ts and our list of must-see places based on our experiences. It is a great big world out there and so much to explore. If you want to live like a local and learn how to navigate like one, we can equip you with the information and tools so that you can begin your journey with ease!

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I published a Kindle book on Amazon if you need some reading material for your next plane ride.