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Utah Olympic Park Where Training Never Stops!

“A year-round launchpad for excellence” ——- Nestled in the mountains above Park City, the Utah Olympic Park is far more than a relic of the 2002 Winter Games – it remains one of the premier training centers in the world. Housing everything from a bobsled and luge track to ski jumps and freestyle ramps, the […]

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Great American Autumn Trips

“A few creative ideas for the US and Canada!” ——- There may be no better way to get up close and personal with all the sites to see in North America than traveling via car or truck. Road trips enable passengers to set their own pace and make multiple stops along the way to check […]

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Spain’s Wildest Festival

“A tomato fight turns 80!” ——- This past August marked the 80th anniversary of La Tomatina, the world-famous tomato-throwing festival in Buñol, Spain. What started back in 1945 as a spontaneous food fight among local kids during a parade has grown into an international phenomenon recognized as one of Europe’s most unusual and joyful celebrations. […]

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Tips for Labor Day Getaways

“The unofficial end of summer is here.” ——- Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. Even though summer officially ends a few weeks after Labor Day, a new school year begins for most students by Labor Day, and the lazy, hazy days spent on the beach give way to a new school year. It’s […]

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A Secret Passage Through Europe!

by Brandon Ahearn, JD, LLM, CFA Relocation Consultant at YourPlaceInEurope YourPlaceInEurope.com Biography:  Brandon Ahearn is a US and Swiss dual citizen and holder of a BA and a Juris Doctor from the USA, a Master in European Laws from Germany plus a CFA Charterholder.  His career as a lawyer has been largely in financial services and in technology. […]

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Labor Day Travel Tips

Labor Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the first Monday in September each year. It honors the contributions and achievements of American workers and the labor movement. The holiday originated in the late 19th century, during the height of the Industrial Revolution, when labor unions were fighting for fair wages, reasonable working hours, and safer […]

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Four Must See US Road Trips!

“That will make you fall in love with the US again.” ——- Ah, the great American road trip—nothing says freedom quite like a full tank of gas, a bag of snacks riding shotgun, and your favorite playlist cranked up. From the days of Route 66’s glory to the interstate highways that keep our wanderlust alive, […]

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Plan Your Fall Foliage Trip Now!

“The time is now.” ——- While the beginning of August might seem too early to think of a Fall trip, all indications are that it is the perfect time to do so.  People are again feeling the need to travel and open facilities have started to quickly book up.  This is especially the case if […]

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Why Are US Airlines Failing their Passengers?

“Is this the new norm?” ——- Last weekend, I returned to where I grew up for a charity golf tournament. The flight in was smooth and uneventful, but the trip back from Pittsburgh to Dallas turned into a travel nightmare. I woke up early for a 7:00 AM flight, only to find an email saying […]

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Where Italian Flair meets Swiss Precision

by Brandon Ahearn, JD, LLM, CFA Relocation Consultant at YourPlaceInEurope YourPlaceInEurope.com Biography:  Brandon Ahearn is a US and Swiss dual citizen and holder of a BA and a Juris Doctor from the USA, a Master in European Laws from Germany plus a CFA Charterholder.  His career as a lawyer has been largely in financial services and in technology. […]

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