In honor of starting work on a middle grade set in France, I thought I would mention my favorite places I visited in France. My sister and I did a trip together and it was simply amazing. I love France. The whole country smells like flowers and fresh baked bread. Is...
Photo from Tourism of SintraSintra is a fairytale town in every sense. The hillsides are cluttered with palaces and villas.We went to Portugal to visit very dear friends of ours that we worked with in Indonesia and I was amazed how beautiful and eclectic the country...
Kyongju (sometimes spelled as Gyeongju) is one of the hidden gems of Asia and some of the oldest ruins are found there. It's located on the coast of the southern tip of Korea and dates back to the Silla Dynasty. Many poeple call it the "museum without walls" since...
Lake Wanaka is a little town nestled within a ring of mountains. Think clear water, romantic hikes, sailboats and adorable shops.Not only would I say Lake Wanaka is one of the most romantic towns I've ever been to, but it's located in one of my favorite countries, New...
Picture from Free Travel Guide to Indonesia Wild waves, tall cliffs, exotic dances, and ancient temples. This is Bali.And while I lived in Indonesia, it was one of my favorite escape places.Picture: A very sun-burned me weaving a hat from reeds.What I loved most about...