It’s no secret that I’m going stir-crazy. The thought of travel has consumed my mind and after being stuck inside due to an ice storm (read: cabin fever with a toddler is on another level of nutty). So in honor of needing an escape—which I am certain you need as well, I am rounding up my five favorite virtual travels for you. Turn your phone on do not disturb, and dive right in.

Our adventure began in Paris, where we filled our days wandering through the quiet streets of Montmartre and Marais and ended them admiring the Eiffel Tower, sparkling in all her glory, over banana nutella crepes.

First impressions last a lifetime, or so they say, but should first impressions outweigh one’s collective experience? On a recent trip to France, Stephanie and Stephen found themselves at odds with some preconceived notions of French culture. Would the people be kind to them? Would they feel unwelcome? Or worse, would they be denied their fair share of French crêpes?