In only two days, Waterford County became one of my favorite places in Ireland. Many travellers coming to Ireland haven't heard of Waterford. Which is, in part, what makes it so great. Vibrant street art, and tiny towns with ace coffee shops. A greenway stretching miles and miles with soaring viaducts and fairy homes. Ancient … Continue reading My Favourite Secret Beach in Ireland, Visiting Idyllic Ardmore
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Irish Castles, Lush Greenways and Stunning Hikes: A Weekend in Waterford
Many travellers coming to Ireland haven't heard of Waterford. Often overlooked, Waterford is, in my opinion, one of the best places to visit in Ireland. Known as the Deise, pronounced "Day-sha", Waterford is named after the ancient Celtic tribe who settled in the area years ago. Dating back to the start of the 10th century, … Continue reading Irish Castles, Lush Greenways and Stunning Hikes: A Weekend in Waterford
The Perfect Weekend in Colorful Kinsale, Ireland
Ah Kinsale, a charming coastal, fishing town in southern Ireland with relaxed vibes. Cute and colourful, narrow streets wind throughout town- facades of bright green, pink and vivid purple abound. Charming shops and cosy cafes line each street, and there's no shortage of excellent seafood. Located town centre, the scenic harbour is protected by a … Continue reading The Perfect Weekend in Colorful Kinsale, Ireland
Exploring Achill Island, Ireland’s Hidden Gem
Oh Achill Island. A place where sheep rule the roads. The biggest of the Irish Islands, and the most populated, likely because of easy access between the island mainland. Lest we forget to mention, one most beautiful beaches I've seen in Europe. Achill Island was a place I didn't even know I needed to visit … Continue reading Exploring Achill Island, Ireland’s Hidden Gem
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
The Best Places I Visited in 2020
6 countries (2 of which were new to me), 21 cities, 6 sims, 9 flights, 19 beds slept in, 131 blog posts, seemingly endless dalgona coffee, adapting to a 'new normal' under the guise of a pandemic, and a relocation to start a new job in Ireland. For so many of us, 2020 started as … Continue reading The Best Places I Visited in 2020
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