Miss Coco, Author at Road Trips around the World

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for the mildly adventurous Moms

Are you looking for Mother's Day gift ideas for your mom or your partner? Is she adventurous but ... not too much?! Then those gift ideas are for you! They are about getting out, yet remaining comfy! They are about these little things that you can bring on, which make you feel a little bit at ... Read the Post

Are you looking for Mother's Day gift ideas for your mom or your partner? Is she adventurous but ... not too much?! Then those gift ideas are for you!

Visit of the Cité de Carcassonne: Stepping back in Medieval Times

The Cité de Carcassonne is a medieval fortress located in the South of France. It is kind of a Medieval Paradise! A Castle, a pretty church, a typical village where everything, every house, every building has been preserved and yet a lively place, which some lucky people call home. A day spent in ... Read the Post

The Cité de Carcassonne is a medieval fortress located in the South of France. It is kind of a Medieval Paradise!! Come along for a visit...

Blogging 101: Another point of view on Content Creation

Content creation is the most significant part of blogging. Being able to express yourself on your own blog and reach out to people all over the Globe is amazing. But Blogging is being framed in such a set of rules and so many 'how to' that self expression seems to be muzzled and creativity confined ... Read the Post

Do you want to start a blog but feel overwhelmed by all the rules around Content Creation? Here are my special recommendations to you... might be a bit controversial and will most likely not make you an overnight success blogger!

The Esterel: a Hiking Paradise on the French Riviera

There 2 ways to do the South of France in the summer. The first one is to rent a probably small, overpriced apartment built in the 80's and located on the coast, spend your days at an overcrowded beach and your evenings in too touristy restaurants. The second is to go inland, in the ... Read the Post

To escape the French Riviera crowd, head over to the Massif de l'Esterel. There, you will find incredibly beautiful landscapes you will never forget.

We are all tourists sometimes and that’s ok!

It is time to end the traveler vs tourist debate. The reality is that we all are tourists sometimes and that's ok! Why Am I saying this? Because I found today yet another article on a popular media where the author couldn't manage writing about responsible travel without sneaking in the ... Read the Post

It is time to end the traveler vs tourist debate. We all are tourists sometimes and that's ok!

A Green Road Trip: Route 57, the ultimate UK itinerary… in an Electric Car

We all know Route 66 , the most iconic US road. Until recently, there wasn't really anything equivalent in Europe. Well, it's no longer the case as we now have route 57! An incredible itinerary which will take you through England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Over 2,500 miles of incredible ... Read the Post

A Green Road Trip with an Electric Car? Think it's impossible? Think again! Check out the Route 57 itinerary for the best of England, Scotland and Ireland.

Photography 101: A First Steps Guide to Manual Mode

Dear Mr A, You've been telling me for weeks now, even months (but who's counting apart from me! ;-) ) that you'd like to learn how to use a camera to take better picture. You know it starts with learning to shoot in manual mode but seems a bit reluctant to take further steps. Since I know you ... Read the Post

Dear Readers, I wrote this 1st photography post specially for Mr A who's been telling me, for weeks now, that he wants to learn photography. If you already know how to use your camera in manuel mode, you really don't need to spend time on this post!!

The Clos Lucé: Leonardo da Vinci Museum on the Loire Valley

The Château of Clos Lucé, formerly known as the Château de Cloux is, today, best known for having hosted Leonardo da Vinci, when he stayed in France from 1516 to his death, in 1519. Located in Amboise, in the Loire Valley, the Clos Lucé, is a little gem which you shouldn't miss if you are in this ... Read the Post

The Château of Clos Lucé is a gorgeous 15th century manor located in Amboise, in the Loire Valley. It is today a museum dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci who spent his last years there. Come along for a visit...

Blog Update & Monthly round-up: March 2016

Dear Readers, Many thanks for stopping by and huge thanks for coming back!! I'm truly honored and so glad that you like my blog! I know I said this before but I'll say it again and again! Today, I wanted to share with you a few updates. So here they are: Life in General March has been ... Read the Post

Wandering through the Medieval City of Troyes in France

Troyes is out of the radar for many people and the ones who've heard the name seems to automatically think of it for its outlet stores. It's too bad for them because they are truly missing out! Troyes historical city center has a Medieval look and a distinctive architecture. Charming, romantic, ... Read the Post

On our way to the Loire Valley, we made a small detour to stop by Troyes. What a nice idea and what a pleasant surprise! Wandering through the small cobbled streets and admiring the timber frame houses was just what I needed. Check it out...

Visit of the Maulbronn Monastery in Germany

The little village of Maulbronn, located 45 km / 27 miles North West of Stuttgart is as charming as can be. Once you step inside the Medieval walls surrounding the monastery, it gets almost unreal, a bit like you have stepped on a movie set. So picturesque, so beautiful! The gigantic timber ... Read the Post

Come along for a visit of the Medieval Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Germany.

The Eco-Friendly & Reusable Items you need for your next Road Trip

Spring is here and it's time to plan your next Road Trip! I'm sure you read my recommendations on how to green your ride, and if you haven't, you should and I'll wait...I'm waiting... oh, you're back! Good!! OK, so now that you know the basics and are thinking of the things you want to ... Read the Post