Lyon’s Rich Food, Playful Puppets, River Walks & Hidden Passageways The third largest city in France, Lyon is constantly in the shadows of big sister Paris, 300 miles to the northwest. In recent years, however, it’s gained notable attention as the “gastronomic capital of the world,” home to a number of Michelin star establishments. The city seems to throb to the pulse of the pig (or the duck), the main source material for its rich, fatty…
Big & Small spent a month in Malaysia’s gleaming, bustling capital of Kuala Lumpur. Our intention here was not only to take in the city’s spicy food and melting-pot culture, but to be true “digital nomads,” i.e. save money and focus on our online work. Before arriving, we’d heard a lot of bad reviews about internet in Malaysia.
Big & Small are excited to introduce Jazlyn Trent, a dear friend and our first guest writer! Below she gives her mouthwatering account of the food of Hue, an historical city that she believes is Vietnam’s True Food Capital. See more from Vietnam on our YouTube. There is something almost therapeutic about eating hot noodle soup in 100-degree (F) weather at 90% humidity. Maybe it’s because as soon as that steaming bowl is placed in front…
Big & Small Travel visited Taipei, Taiwan earlier this year. Check out our video showcasing the highlights of our time in this overlooked part of Asia: And here are a few more photos from our trip, where we explored the Taipei 101, Wulai Waterfall, Four Beast Mountain Hike, Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Park, Taipei Confucius Temple, and more!
Big and Small Travel visit Corsica. J-Crew and Handstand Steph visit the Calvi Citadel for history fun, Calvi beach, L’Île-Rousse, and even do yoga!
Happy 2016 from Big and Small Travel! J-Crew and Handstand Steph are back from a big European vacation with an update from their home base of San Francisco. First, we take you on a tour through the coastal city’s many scenic and hilly trails that offer both incredible views and butt-kicking workouts. Check out our picks for San Francisco’s Top 8 Running Trails here! Then, we head over to North Beach with a brand new video…
Arriving in the Gothic town of Dijon by train, we were happy to be away from the hustle and grandiosity of the City of Lights. We had 48 hours to explore this city and its surrounding Burgundy region. Subscribe to our Big & Small Travel Youtube & watch: We packed a lot in with little time and light wallets. Watch Dijon Videos by Big and Small Travel, and our other Travel Videos. Most people will automatically think of mustard when they…
Words by: Stephanie Benson | Photos by: JCrew and HandstandSteph PhotoPhiles is a recurring feature spotlighting some of our favorite photos taken on and off the road. In this fourth edition, we welcome you to the mystical Greek island of Crete, home to Zeus, the Minoans, and yes, even Zach Galifianakis. Greece’s biggest island encapsulates a dichotomy of unspoiled beauty and rugged living. This is the island for beach-bumming (and bum-sunning—lots of nudist beaches for…