Growing up in small town Pennsylvania, travelling to Australia seemed like a dream trip. So far from the United States, I imagined if I ever made it there, I'd need to see and do everything possible in only a week or two. In reality, I was fortunate to have nearly two months to road trip … Continue reading A ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Two Week Trip to Australia
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One of Dublin’s Best Walks: A Tiny, Red Lighthouse
Faced with a sunny spring weekend over the Easter holiday, with level five lockdown restrictions, I decided to make the most out of the warm (ish) weather by exploring more of Dublin on foot. On my list of things to see since moving to Dubin a year ago? One of the city's most recognizable landmarks, … Continue reading One of Dublin’s Best Walks: A Tiny, Red Lighthouse
The ‘Can’t Miss’ Guide to Northern Ireland’s Most Beautiful Places
Ah, Northern Ireland- Game of Thrones country. Even if the tv show isn't your thing (I've only watched up to season six), there's no denying the beauty of the Causeway Coast. Regarded as one of the most beautiful drives in the world, it's the kind of rugged coastline you won't see anywhere else in the … Continue reading The ‘Can’t Miss’ Guide to Northern Ireland’s Most Beautiful Places
A Delightful Day in Dingle, Ireland
The Dingle peninsula is, inarguably, one of the most beautiful places in Ireland. The first time I road tripped around Ireland, we only had a few days, which didn't leave time to head out to the Dingle peninsula. Since that trip, I've listened to others go on about how wonderful of a place it is, … Continue reading A Delightful Day in Dingle, Ireland
A Guide to Savannah’s Two Sides, Soulful & Spooky
The essence of Savannah curves through the city. Oak trees covered with dangling Spanish moss. Historic homes with beautiful iron details. Unwavering southern hospitality. A burgeoning food and drink scene. And, of course, historical markers on what seems like every street. It's said to be one of the most haunted cities in America, and at … Continue reading A Guide to Savannah’s Two Sides, Soulful & Spooky
Beautiful Brunswick, Visiting Coastal Georgia
If you read the title of this post, and thought, 'Brunswick? Where is that in Georgia?', we are one in the same. When my sister announced she was moving to Brunswick for a job opportunity in September 2020, the first thing I did was look up where Brunswick was. Having been to Georgia on several … Continue reading Beautiful Brunswick, Visiting Coastal Georgia
8 Cozy Cities in Europe, Perfect for a Winter Visit
Summer months are, by far and collectively, the busiest months for tourism across European countries. But, if you ask me, one of the best times to visit Europe is during winter. Daylight hours made fade and temperatures may drop, but the tourists also diminish. And, in cities where snow falls often or occasionally, wandering historical … Continue reading 8 Cozy Cities in Europe, Perfect for a Winter Visit
Christmastime Magic Lives in Brussels
Near the end of 2019, after a week in Athens, most of which was spent working, I boarded a flight to Brussels with plans to spend a day and a half in Bruges. Was it an aggressive plan? Kind of, but with onward plans to spend nearly a week in Amsterdam, followed by London, and … Continue reading Christmastime Magic Lives in Brussels
The Best Day Trips from London to See More of England
London is a world class city. Filled to the brim with attractions- from parks to museums, to cocktail bars, pubs and incredible restaurants, there's no shortage of things to do in London town. There's so much, it's more than anyone could manage in a lifetime. Even living three years in the city, there's loads I … Continue reading The Best Day Trips from London to See More of England
5 Magical Spots You Can’t Miss in Germany
Several years ago, if you told me I'd visit Germany nearly 10 times in the course of a few years, I likely would have asked, why? It's not that I didn't think Germany was beautiful, or worthy or exploring. But, more so, there are so many other fantastic places to visit in the world- what … Continue reading 5 Magical Spots You Can’t Miss in Germany