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What to Do in Quartier Latin: Insider Tips
Quartier Latin is where Paris doesn't need to prove itself. Narrow streets, a centuries-old market, and restaurants with menus on chalkboards. Here are my personal tips for truly experiencing the neighborhood, not just ticking it off a list.
ParisDoen & Zien
Belleville in Paris: Stroll, Savor and the Best Addresses in the District
Belleville isn't the district you'll find in your first Paris guide. It's rawer than the Marais, less elegant than Saint-Germain, but all the more authentic. These are my favorite restaurants, cafés, and hotels in one of Paris's most eclectic neighborhoods.
BarcelonaHotels
Barcelona from Above: 5 Rooftop Hotels with a View and Their Own Stories
Barcelona is at its best when you look upwards. These five hotels combine a rooftop view with the unique character of each neighborhood, from the local charm of Poble Sec to the creative vibe of Poblenou. It's for those who want more than just a room, but a place to touch down.
Côte d'AzurRestaurants
Dining in Nice: 12 Restaurants on the Côte d'Azur I Would Choose Myself
Nice offers more than just pissaladière and socca at the market. From grilled langoustines on a rock above the sea at Le Plongeoir to a Michelin star at Restaurant JAN: twelve restaurants I would choose for any time of the day, from brunch to late dinner.
ParisDoen & Zien
What to Do in Quartier Latin: Insider Tips
Quartier Latin is where Paris doesn't need to prove itself. Narrow streets, a centuries-old market, and restaurants with menus on chalkboards. Here are my personal tips for truly experiencing the neighborhood, not just ticking it off a list.
ParisDoen & Zien
Belleville in Paris: Stroll, Savor and the Best Addresses in the District
Belleville isn't the district you'll find in your first Paris guide. It's rawer than the Marais, less elegant than Saint-Germain, but all the more authentic. These are my favorite restaurants, cafés, and hotels in one of Paris's most eclectic neighborhoods.
BarcelonaHotels
Barcelona from Above: 5 Rooftop Hotels with a View and Their Own Stories
Barcelona is at its best when you look upwards. These five hotels combine a rooftop view with the unique character of each neighborhood, from the local charm of Poble Sec to the creative vibe of Poblenou. It's for those who want more than just a room, but a place to touch down.
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Hotels
BarcelonaHotels
Barcelona from Above: 5 Rooftop Hotels with a View and Their Own Stories
Barcelona is at its best when you look upwards. These five hotels combine a rooftop view with the unique character of each neighborhood, from the local charm of Poble Sec to the creative vibe of Poblenou. It's for those who want more than just a room, but a place to touch down.
Côte d'AzurHotels
Boutique Hotels Nice: 9 Addresses in the City and Surroundings
Nice offers more outstanding hotels than you might initially think. From a family hotel brimming with artworks to a five-star monastery on the edge of the old town: these are nine boutique hotels in and around Nice, including three addresses outside the city for those seeking more space.
PugliaHotels
Sleeping in a Masseria in Puglia: 6 Places I Personally Visited
A masseria is the traditional farmhouse of Southern Italy, often with its own land and harvest. Here are six masserias in Puglia that I personally visited, from a fairytale estate near Ostuni to a family hotel with its own story, catering to every budget and traveller type.
ParisHotels
Step Off the Eurostar, Right Into Your Room: 4 Hotels Near Paris Gare du Nord That Stand Out
For those arriving in Paris by train, there's no need to walk far for a great hotel. Here are four hotels near Paris Gare du Nord I'd choose myself, from vintage and colorful to train romance, all within walking distance of the station.
BarcelonaHotels
Barcelona from Above: 5 Rooftop Hotels with a View and Their Own Stories
Barcelona is at its best when you look upwards. These five hotels combine a rooftop view with the unique character of each neighborhood, from the local charm of Poble Sec to the creative vibe of Poblenou. It's for those who want more than just a room, but a place to touch down.
Côte d'AzurHotels
Boutique Hotels Nice: 9 Addresses in the City and Surroundings
Nice offers more outstanding hotels than you might initially think. From a family hotel brimming with artworks to a five-star monastery on the edge of the old town: these are nine boutique hotels in and around Nice, including three addresses outside the city for those seeking more space.
PugliaHotels
Sleeping in a Masseria in Puglia: 6 Places I Personally Visited
A masseria is the traditional farmhouse of Southern Italy, often with its own land and harvest. Here are six masserias in Puglia that I personally visited, from a fairytale estate near Ostuni to a family hotel with its own story, catering to every budget and traveller type.
Good food
Restaurants
Côte d'AzurRestaurants
Dining in Nice: 12 Restaurants on the Côte d'Azur I Would Choose Myself
Nice offers more than just pissaladière and socca at the market. From grilled langoustines on a rock above the sea at Le Plongeoir to a Michelin star at Restaurant JAN: twelve restaurants I would choose for any time of the day, from brunch to late dinner.
ParisRestaurants
The Classic Brasserie in Paris: 5 Places I Would Choose Myself
An evening at a true Parisian brasserie isn't about nostalgia—it's simply a good night out. From the glass dome at Bofinger to the oldest café in Paris at Le Procope: five places I would choose, along with honest tips on where to sit and what to order.
BarcelonaRestaurants
The Best Tapas in Barcelona: 7 Picks I Personally Recommend
Barcelona offers tapas on every corner, but not every corner is worth it. Here are seven tapas spots I'd personally choose, each with a unique reason to visit.
BarcelonaRestaurants
Eixample at Its Best: 6 Restaurants I'd Choose Myself
Eixample offers a dining scene that doesn't scream for attention, and that's precisely why it's so good. From a quick fish bar with no reservations to fine dining for 78 euros: these are the six spots I'd choose myself.
Côte d'AzurRestaurants
Dining in Nice: 12 Restaurants on the Côte d'Azur I Would Choose Myself
Nice offers more than just pissaladière and socca at the market. From grilled langoustines on a rock above the sea at Le Plongeoir to a Michelin star at Restaurant JAN: twelve restaurants I would choose for any time of the day, from brunch to late dinner.
ParisRestaurants
The Classic Brasserie in Paris: 5 Places I Would Choose Myself
An evening at a true Parisian brasserie isn't about nostalgia—it's simply a good night out. From the glass dome at Bofinger to the oldest café in Paris at Le Procope: five places I would choose, along with honest tips on where to sit and what to order.
BarcelonaRestaurants
The Best Tapas in Barcelona: 7 Picks I Personally Recommend
Barcelona offers tapas on every corner, but not every corner is worth it. Here are seven tapas spots I'd personally choose, each with a unique reason to visit.
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