SUMMER IN THE CITY : A STAY AT ONE ALDWYCH

Summer is a loose term these days in London, with the last week having rapid changes in temperatures and sudden downpours followed closely by bright sunshine. Luckily, we were staying city center in the heart of Aldwych so it was easy to pop out and explore my favorite locations then duck in to shield from […]

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PARIS PHOTO GUIDE + LOCATIONS

PARIS PHOTO GUIDE | the belle abroad

Paris is one of the most photogenic cities in the world so you can’t visit and miss the it shot. Prepare to fill your insta-feed with stunning architecture, old Parisian charm, and of course, lots of Eiffel tour views….here are my favorite photo spots in the city of love! AU VIEUX PARIS : this classically Parisian cafe is […]

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WEEKENDER GUIDE TO PARIS

WEEKENDER GUIDE TO PARIS | the belle abroad

I always hear about how easy a weekend trip to Paris from London is….and I have done many much harder weekends away so it was about time I put this one to the test! We set off for a sunny, summer escape to Paris with AirFrance and Hilton Paris Opera. Leaving London on a Friday […]

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RAINBOW ROW PARIS : RUE CREMIEUX

RAINBOW ROW PARIS : RUE CREMIEUX | the belle abroad

When you think of Parisian architecture it’s not usually cotton candy pastel colors and matching shutters — that sort of thing you’d expect in London, San Francisco, Charleston. But wonder down the pedestrian Rue Cremieux and just awwwe. The street is lined with private homes of bright yellow, blue, pink, green…all perfectly color coordinated. You’ll notice a […]

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SKYLINE VIEWS & OZO COLOMBO

SKYLINE VIEWS & OZO COLOMBO | the belle abroad

The capital city of Sri Lanka, Colombo, offers a variety of activities for visitors with many incredible accommodation options. If you’re after the heart of the city or a shopping escape or a sandy beach stay, there is a place for everyone. With the city clinging to the coastline, a seaside stay sounded perfect to […]

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