Erika & Mark

Travel Guides

  • Erika, Mark & family with view of Douro Valley and river behind them

    A Perfect Day in the Douro Valley

  • View of Sorrento while driving in - aqua water, beach club, seeing the town

    Sorrento Travel Guide: The Perfect Amalfi Coast Base

  • Erika & Mark with a clam pizza at Brandi Pizza in Naples, Italy

    2 Days in Naples: A City of Chaos, Charm & the Best Damn Pastry We’ve Ever Had

  • Photo of a table in beautiful garden of Les Moulins restaurant in St. Tropez, France

    St. Tropez Restaurant Guide: Where to Eat, Sip & Savor

  • Cliffs & blue water view of Corsica, France near Bonaficio

    Corsica: The French Island That Feels a Little Bit Italian

  • Mark in front of the colorful Madeira sign at the marina with palm trees and blue skies

    A First-Timer’s Guide to Madeira: Best Hikes, Beaches & Bites

  • Erika & Mark standing in front of mega yachts in St. Tropez

    St. Tropez Travel Guide: Where to Stay, Eat, Shop & Sip Rosé

  • Mark and Erika in Seattle, Washington, holding their passports with their new visas.

    We Got Our D7 Visas! (Take Two)

  • Zion Itinerary: Hiking the Narrows, Angel’s Landing & More

  • Erika at Lavandes Angelvin, lavender field in Provence, France

    Your Ultimate Guide to Lavender Season in Provence

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