Archive for October, 2012

Visiting the Monet Gardens in Giverny
Posted on 31. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
During my research on the Normandy roadtrip I was planning, I was searching for interesting things to do between Paris and the coast, in order to give my pilot some well-deserved rest. That’s when I clicked - aren’t the famous Monet gardens in the area? I was really excited to visit what is perhaps the [...]
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Barcelona at night - scary or exciting?
Posted on 29. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
First off - let me reassure you. It’s not scary. The Spanish devil does NOT come out after nightfall. You don’t need to hold on to your handbag like it holds the actual date of the end of the world. Or WikiLeaks files. In fact, Barcelona at night is quite lovely. Mind you, I say [...]
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Travel Photography Series: 5 Things You Need to Take More Photos Of
Posted on 26. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
Remember this post I wrote a few tips on how to be a better photographer? These are easy ways to understand how photography works, and how to improve your technique. But what about the subject? What about the things you want to photograph? Do you always seem to end up with the same pictures over [...]
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Chasing the night in Edinburgh - In Photos
Posted on 24. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
I know I’m from the big north country - Canada. But Montreal isn’t that far up north. It’s on the same level as central France, and Switzerland. Something I completely forgot about when I was in Edinburgh last June. On my last night in the city, I wanted to go out to get a few [...]
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The sunsets of Deauville - In Photos
Posted on 22. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
I only stopped in Deauville to refuel. Both the car, and my stomach, I mean. When you spend a week in Normandy for the first time, Deauville isn’t on top of your priorities. But then I saw this. It actually started raining while I was watching the sunset. I LOVE those moments where you can’t [...]
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The colorful Boqueria Market in Barcelona
Posted on 17. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
I’ve always thought that public markets were a great way to learn more about a city, a country. Although that may have to do with my gluttony - but let’s say this time was for Catalan culture research purposes. The Boqueria market in Barcelona is perhaps where you’ll find the highest concentration of people during [...]
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Where to stay in Flam: Fretheim Hotel
Posted on 16. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
During my week in Norway, I had the chance to stay overnight in the teeny-tiny village of Flam, right in the heart of the fjords. While I was a bit skeptical about the quality of accommodation in such a remote place, I couldn’t have been more wrong. The Fretheim Hotel is, for lack of a better word, simply [...]
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The Amazing Féria de Nimes
Posted on 15. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
I had a brief stop in Nîmes earlier this year when I got back from Catalunya. Short stop but long enough for me to grab a sandwich and chat with the waitress. “- So what should I come to Nîmes for, if not the train station? - Oh you shoud come back for the Féria [...]
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A nice night in Nice - In Photos
Posted on 12. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
Pun very much intended. It was way too obvious to be avoided! What wasn’t obvious, however, is how much I would love Nice. It was my second time in the city, and I remember liking it, but it wasn’t in my favorite places in Europe, that’s for sure. Now, I don’t think I could leave [...]
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Remembering London - In Photos
Posted on 11. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
I know I said I wasn’t writing about London anymore. But let’s be honest - I can’t help myself when it comes to this place. I was browsing through my (many) photo albums while planning my next visit in November. I’ve seen LOTS of things in London and yet I feel I’ve seen so little. [...]
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Bergen, the most photogenic place on the planet?
Posted on 09. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
It’s hard not to like Bergen. It may not be Norway‘s most exciting city, nor the most historical. But I found it to be particularly interesting nonetheless, and most importantly, very pretty. It was the starting point of my love affair with Norway. And that alone is a good enough reason to go to Bergen, [...]
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Cheeky Barceloneta - In Photos
Posted on 08. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
One of my favorite things about Barcelona, outside the great food and architecture, is the crazy amount of street art and original landmarks. I mean, where else will you see a giant smiling crawfish? This cheeky crustacean is located right before the Barceloneta, right by Barcelona’s marina. It wasn’t actually built for the entertainment of [...]
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Following Gaudi’s Trail in Barcelona
Posted on 03. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
Going on a Gaudi quest in Barcelona isn’t very hard. It would actually be hard NOT to. Because he is, quite simply, everywhere. The most iconic landmarks of Barcelona are signed by Gaudi, and they also happen to be the most popular. For a good reason - they’re quite spectacular. I always say that touristy [...]
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Where to stay in Bergen: Scandic Bergen City
Posted on 02. Oct, 2012 by Marie-Eve Vallieres.
The Scandic Bergen City is a great option to look into if you’re planning on staying overnight in Bergen. Here’s why: View Larger Map Scandic Bergen City: Location The hotel is located just outside the hustle of the town center, but close enough that it’s not very long to get to. I actually really liked [...]