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Wilkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome

Hi! I’m Angela

Five years ago, I packed up all my things and moved to Europe.

It was amazing and scary and lonely and wild.

I would 100% do it again.

Living in Europe has allowed me to travel deeper, experiencing its terrain and cultures through unusual experiences and repeat visits.

Notes from Here is more than a travel blog - it’s a collection of the destinations I’ve adored, experiences I can’t help but recommend and insider travel tips to enhance any vacation.

DESTINATIONS

✨ POPULAR POST ✨

Luxury Shopping in Europe:
How to Prepare and What to Expect

Cartier Boutique with a red vintage sports car in front

INTERESTED IN SHOPPING FOR LUXURY GOODS DURING YOUR NEXT TRIP TO EUROPE?

I’ve written a definitive guide to shopping for luxury goods in Europe, from planning your purchase and fitting an appointment into your travel itinerary, to what to expect from a luxury selling ceremony when you’re finally inside the boutique.

Why take it from me?

I’ve worked for luxury brands like Cartier and Louis Vuitton, and I’m sharing the behind the scenes secrets of how luxury boutiques operate.

READ MORE TO HAVE AN UNFORGETTABLE SHOPPING EXCURSION IN EUROPE!

THE LATEST

Notes from Here
The Best Luxury Hotels in Garmisch Partenkirchen
Winter Snow Holidays for Non-Skiers in Europe
The Best Waffles in Ghent, Belgium
Where to Stay in Mayrhofen, Austria
How to Live a European Lifestyle, when Traveling and at Home
Taormina Boat Tour — An Amazing Sicilian Excursion
Best Christmas Markets in Europe: 5 Unforgettable Itineraries
Luggage Lockers in Europe: How to Store Your Bags
Types of Italian Restaurants, Explained
Best Car Rental Companies in Europe
The Gucci Factory Outlet in Florence, Italy: Is It Worth a Visit?
Venice’s Hidden Gem Restaurants
Understand these Passport Requirements for Traveling to Europe
Choosing a Hotel? How to Find the Best Boutique Hotels in Europe
I’ve Worked for Cartier and Louis Vuitton — Here’s My Insider’s Guide to Luxury Shopping in Paris
How to Navigate European Public Transportation
Understanding EU Compensation for Delayed and Canceled Flights
Best Airlines to Fly to Europe
Top 5 Things to Do in Mayrhofen, Austria in Winter
The Top Instagram Spots in Ghent
The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Shopping in Europe (Updated 2024)
When to Start Packing for a Trip to Europe
A Laid-Back 2 Day Lisbon Itinerary
Europe's Microstates: A Guide for Savvy Country Counters
What to Pack for a European Ski Holiday
Top Ski Resorts in Europe for Beginners
Beginner’s Guide to Oktoberfest in Munich
How to Prevent Jet Lag When Traveling to Europe
8 Reasons to Add Bologna to Your Next Italy Itinerary
12 Reasons Why You Should Visit the Italian Dolomites

DESTINATION INSPIRATION

Notes from Here
Top Ski Resorts in Europe for Beginners
Europe’s Best Hiking Destinations
Europe’s Best Beach Destinations
Europe’s Best Destinations for Food & Wine
Europe’s Best Destinations for Architecture & Design
Europe’s Best Destinations for Art & History

TRAVEL RESOURCES

Notes from Here
How to Live a European Lifestyle, when Traveling and at Home
Luggage Lockers in Europe: How to Store Your Bags
Best Car Rental Companies in Europe
Understand these Passport Requirements for Traveling to Europe
Choosing a Hotel? How to Find the Best Boutique Hotels in Europe
I’ve Worked for Cartier and Louis Vuitton — Here’s My Insider’s Guide to Luxury Shopping in Paris
How to Navigate European Public Transportation
Understanding EU Compensation for Delayed and Canceled Flights
Best Airlines to Fly to Europe
The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Shopping in Europe (Updated 2024)
How to Prevent Jet Lag When Traveling to Europe
Managing Money and Cash while Traveling in Europe
My Favorite Souvenir: Public Art, from Neon to Graffiti

PACKING GUIDES

Notes from Here
When to Start Packing for a Trip to Europe
What to Pack for a European Ski Holiday
The Europe Packing Guide for Hikers
The Europe Food and Wine Packing Guide
The European Beach Packing Guide
The Europe Packing Guide for Artists and Designers
The Essentials to Pack for a Trip to Europe
Carry-On Essentials to Survive an International Flight

  • "She quietly expected great things to happen to her, and no doubt that's one of the reasons why they did."

    Zelda Fitzgerald

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