It’s no secret I love Lisbon. Steep hills, colourful facades, creamy egg tarts, excellent wine, an endless array of beautiful doors, and sunshine reflecting off the water. In so many senses, what could be better? In only a few days, Lisbon became one of my favourite cities in Europe. Once a gateway city for explorers … Continue reading Lisbon’s Best Cafes, Where to Start Mornings with Good Brew
COMPLETE GUIDE TO LISBON Everyone told me I’d love Lisbon, and they were right. Steep hills, colourful facades, delicious, creamy egg tarts, excellent wine, an endless array of beautiful doors and sunshine reflecting off the water. We loved Lisbon- in only a few days, it became one of my favourite cities in Europe. Once a … Continue reading Falling in Love with Lisbon
On my first trip to Europe, I was 19 years old- a freshman in college- and visiting London as part of a guided spring break trip. That was the trip I truly fell in love with travel, and even more so- Europe. My second time on the continent was under a similar circumstance- a guided … Continue reading 10 Cities Ideal for a First Time Trip to Europe
Athens, an ancient city. The capital of Greece is one of the most established centers of tourism in Europe, with thousands of visitors passing through on their way to visit the islands each year. Athens surprised me. Most people I know who’ve visited en route to the islands mentioned their disdain for the city. They … Continue reading A Mini Guide: 24 Hours in Athens
Athens leaves nothing to be desired when it comes to a selection of tavernas severing up delicious Greek fare. We were in Athens for several days at the beginning of December to work, and visit friends who live in the city. Although five days may seem like ample time, we really only went out one … Continue reading The Best Spots to Eat & Drink in Athens, Greece
A GUIDE TO THE BEST STREET ART IN PENANG Since being designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008, Penang has done a fantastic job blending the old with the new. Walking down the old streets of George Town, you’ll see crumbling, pastel buildings, eclectic street art, sacred temples, modern cafes, and local markets. … Continue reading The Best Street Art in SE Asia, Found in Penang
A GUIDE: AIRBNB BOOKING TIPS Years and years ago, when I first heard of Airbnb, back when it was a new concept, I’ll admit I was slightly suspicious. Paying to stay in either stranger’s homes or a flat they were renting out? How did Airbnb know these were good people and their homes were in … Continue reading 5 Tips for Booking Awesome Airbnbs Anywhere in the World
PLACES I’VE BEEN TO SO FAR As the saying goes, I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list. Currently: 59 / 195 UNITED STATES: Arizona: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sedona, Grand Canyon National Park, Page California: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Napa & Sonoma, Big Sur, Yosemite National Park Colorado: Denver Florida: Miami, Key West, Disney World, St. … Continue reading Places Visited
A GUIDE TO ONE DAY IN SINTRA On an autumn trip to Lisbon, I was determined to visit Sintra, Portugal. We loved Lisbon and were worried about having enough time to fully explore the city, but were also infatuated with photos we saw of Sintra. Never heard of Sintra? It’s a cute village surrounded by … Continue reading Finding Magic in Sintra, Portugal
GUIDE TO FARO, PORTUGAL The Algarve. A region I hadn’t given much thought to before moving to London. After having countless colleagues visit and return with stories of Portugal’s sunny southern coast, I was keen to check it out for myself. Already planning a trip to Lisbon in mid-November, I decided to add two days … Continue reading Visiting Sunny Faro, the Gateway to the Algarve
