Milan is one of those cities in Italy that's often overlooked. Everyone told me I wouldn't like Milan- too industrial, and not enough like other places in Italy. Milan reminded me of Berlin in comparison to other German towns and cities. Different, but in a good way. A stark contrast to Venice, Florence and Rome, … Continue reading 5 Things to do in Milan
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Travel Crush: Finland
If you know how much I love all things Scandinavian, then you'll likely be surprised to learn Finland wasn't closer to the top of my travel list. Instead, I've focused on making my way to Iceland, Denmark and Sweden, with a weekend in Norway likely in the works for later this year. I can't pinpoint why … Continue reading Travel Crush: Finland
A Night at Haymarket by Scandic, Stockholm
Normally a strong Airbnb advocate, we found a great deal on Booking.com for Haymarket Scandic when looking for somewhere to stay in Stockholm, and decided to splurge a bit. From the moment we walked in, I knew we'd made the right decision in staying there- Haymarket Scandic is gorgeous. Located on Hötorget, an active market square … Continue reading A Night at Haymarket by Scandic, Stockholm
10 Photos to Inspire a Trip to Japan
Last spring, I spent a week in Japan, exploring Tokyo and Kyoto. Tokyo. Hustle and bustle, quirky shops, an abundance of cute toys and things, and seafood and ramen at every turn. The city is massive- a sprawling metropolis. For as large as it is though, there’s an orderliness to it that I’ve never experienced … Continue reading 10 Photos to Inspire a Trip to Japan
Traveling Cheaply in Your 20s (or at any age)
For a lot of people, myself included, your 20s are a freeing decade. I’ve been able to explore things on my own, learn from my mistakes (and the mistakes of others), and take advantage of opportunities I may not be able to years from now. Often, people ask me how I’m able to travel so … Continue reading Traveling Cheaply in Your 20s (or at any age)
Why Stockholm is My Favorite Scandi City
Back in April, I took advantage of a bank holiday weekend to spend a few days in Stockholm. Already obsessed with all things Scandi, I knew I'd love Stockholm before my plane even touched down in Sweden- and I was oh, so right. Stockholm is a beautiful capital city, built on the water, and known … Continue reading Why Stockholm is My Favorite Scandi City
Visiting Dachau Concentration Camp
On a trip last fall to Europe, I spent a few days in Munich to experience Oktoberfest. With four full days planned in Munich, I knew I wanted to do more than just drink at the festival (as fun as that is 😉 ). One day, I spent the morning wandering the city and then got … Continue reading Visiting Dachau Concentration Camp
A Morning at Columbia Road Flower Market
When your Sunday begins with fresh cut flowers, you know you’re doing something right. Spending a Sunday morning at Columbia Road became one of my favorite pastimes before I even moved to London. Every Sunday morning, flower traders set up stalls packed with blooms from around the world. The market itself has been going on … Continue reading A Morning at Columbia Road Flower Market
5 Things to do in Brighton
Spending most of the summer in England means lots of time to explore London, as well as nearby British towns. When I heard the seaside town of Brighton was only an hour away from the heart of London, I knew a day at the beach would make for a perfect summer Saturday. Getting to Brighton … Continue reading 5 Things to do in Brighton
Exploring Tokyo DisneySea
With only four days to explore the sprawling metropolis that is Tokyo, we were undecided about dedicating a half day to visit Disney right up until the day we went. But, being a huge Disney fan since my wee little whippersnapper days, I knew I'd regret not visiting Disney while in Japan. Choosing to visit … Continue reading Exploring Tokyo DisneySea