Jenoa Matthes
Jenoa Matthes is a writer, photographer, traveller, and designer based in the United States. Every year, Jenoa spends months in Europe researching the best hotels, restaurants, sights, and hidden spots for in-depth guides on The Travel Folk.
Cancale to Cap Fréhel: Brittany’s Emerald Coast
Get swept away to France’s far western shores, an enchanting region where gleaming white-sand beaches give way to dramatic tides and wind-sculpted headlands. Here, the pace slows, the landscapes stretch
26 June 2025
On the road in Provence
Fragrant lavender fields, sun-dappled vineyards, rocky Mediterranean coastlines, and buttercream-coloured hilltop villages weave a tapestry of natural beauty across Provence. From idyllic markets to ancient Roman ruins, this itinerary takes
2 April 2025
The ultimate Verona city guide
Known the world over as the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, this storybook city goes beyond its literary fame with well-preserved Roman monuments and lively piazzas. Conveniently located between
25 March 2025
The ultimate Milan city guide
Its roots might run back to ancient times, but Milan embraces modernity with its Art Nouveau and contemporary architecture mixed in amongst classical buildings. In contrast to the slower pace
4 February 2025
