Tag: palace

• Escape to the Château de Versailles

  

  Just a short train ride away from Paris is one of the true crown jewels of the region, the Château de Versailles. Also known as the Palace of Versailles, this structure holds a rich cultural and historical significance. Plus, it’s absolutely gorgeous! During a simple afternoon or day trip from Paris to the Château de…

  Robin Boch

  November 17, 2021

  europe, france, TAPIF & Au Pair 1

  abroad, château, europe, european, expat, france, french, history, palace, paris, tapif, tourist, travel, vacation, versailles

• Sevilla, Spain

  

  Every six weeks, the French school system gives students (and teachers!) two full weeks of vacation. For the my first vacation, the Vacances de Toussaint, I wanted to check out some new parts of Spain with friends and practice the Spanish I learned in my last couple of years of college. The adventure began in…

  Robin Boch

  October 28, 2021

  europe, spain, TAPIF & Au Pair 1

  abroad, cathedral, europe, october, palace, sevilla, seville, spain, spanish, travel, vacation

• Lisbon & Sintra, Portugal

  

  Lisbon was one of my favorite cities of the semester, and the few days I had there were a great mix of adventure and relaxation… Day 1 When Daniella and I arrived to the Lisbon airport (after our Barcelona weekend) we grabbed snacks, including my first custard tart of the trip. Delicious! We charged our…

  Robin Boch

  December 15, 2018

  portugal

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