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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Dublin’s Best Coffee Spots: 20 Spots for the City’s Best Brew
Years ago, when I visited Dublin for the first time, I did what I normally do my first time visiting a new city- looked up recommended things to see and do, and set about to explore. Being such a bona fide cold brew fanatic, and someone who genuinely enjoys good espresso, especially in the form … Continue reading Dublin’s Best Coffee Spots: 20 Spots for the City’s Best Brew
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
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
5 Reasons I Can’t Wait to Return to Iceland
Iceland is dreamy. Ethereal landscapes guarantee a wonder-filled vacation. Natural hot springs, breathtaking waterfalls and volcanoes- talk about an explorer’s paradise. With a rugged, out of this world terrain, Iceland is unlike anything you've ever seen. Back in December 2015, a friend and I planned a visit to Iceland, hoping a winter visit would better … Continue reading 5 Reasons I Can’t Wait to Return to Iceland
The Ultimate Guide to a Week in Japan
Japan is one of the world's most beautiful countries. From modern, bustling metropolises to smaller, zen-esque towns, Japan is where the future meets the past. Exploring Japan for a week, I couldn't get over how timeless everything felt. Until I travelled extensively in 2019, Japan was at the very top of my 'favorite places in … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to a Week in Japan
5 Reasons to Visit Beautiful Barcelona
Seemingly overnight, Barcelona became one of my favorite cities in the world. Barcelona, a city with incredible architecture, golden beaches and an infectious energy. Even though it’s part of Spain’s mainland, Barcelona is the capital of the Catalonia region, an autonomous region that’s proud of their distinctive culture and history. Incredible architecture (oh, Gaudi), golden beaches, … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Visit Beautiful Barcelona
The Ultimate First Timers Guide to Amsterdam
Oh, Amsterdam. A city that captured my heart the first time I visited, and has lured me back many times since then. Houses are tilted. Stairs are steep. Houseboats bob. Candles burn in all the eateries. Bicycles outnumber cars. City lights twinkle on the canals. A city on canals, Amsterdam is easy explored by foot, boat or … Continue reading The Ultimate First Timers Guide to Amsterdam
The Ultimate Guide to Paris for First Time Visitors
Paris, like many cities, is one that takes years to truly explore. Even though I’ve been to the City of Light several times, there's so much I haven't seen or explored. Before visiting Paris for the first time, I’d heard it was a beautiful city, full of life. Ornate buildings, cute bistros, an abundance of … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Paris for First Time Visitors