2025 was a busy travel year for One Street Over, with small group tours, research trips, and family vacations that took us to France, Switzerland, Cuba, Ireland, and Italy! These were some of the highlights: medieval village Gevrey-Chambertin, in Burgundy a memorable boeuf Bourguignon in Chablis Colmar, in Alsace, decked out for the holidays snowy …
What happens when you gather a group of extraordinary women in the heart of Italy, and mix in art, wine, pasta, and laughter? You get one unforgettable week in Florence and Tuscany. Our latest women’s small group tour was just that—a perfect blend of sightseeing, cultural experiences, incredible food and wine, and time to relax …
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There’s something about Ireland that grabs hold of you the moment you arrive—the vivid palette of greens that blanket the landscape, the way every bend in the road reveals another postcard-worthy view, and the warmth of locals who make you feel more like a long-lost cousin than a traveler passing through. This August, we spent …
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A highlight of this summer was a semi-spontaneous 18 day trip around the Mediterranean with my mom. What a fantastic time we had, with stops in Italy, France, and Spain. And, despite recent news stories about how Barcelona hates tourists, we didn't experience any squirt gun attacks while there. Our trip was bookended by a …
My partner and I spent a wonderful week in Portugal, previewing the route for our small group tour, meeting local guides, checking out activities, and eating our weight in Pasteis de nata. I can report that the food, wine, natural beauty, and hospitality were truly memorable! Among the highlights were a walking tour of Lisbon …
Rome City Guide Rome may not top your list of family-friendly destinations, but there is plenty to engage kids of all ages in the Eternal City. I first brought my two kids to Rome when they were aged 5 and 7 and it remains one of our favorite European destinations. Here are my top 5 …
Think you have to swap Europe for Disney once you have kids? Despite the extra work involved, overseas travel with your kids is worth it!
These relatively uncrowded spots are perfect if you're looking for a less-touristy European vacation.
