8 Things That Surprised Me About Traveling in Turkey (and One That Didn’t)
I became obsessed with the idea of visiting Turkey – and, more specifically, Istanbul – back in college, when I read a book that...
The Ultimate 3 Days in Scottsdale, Arizona Itinerary: 3 Itineraries for 3 Different Types of Travelers
When it comes to weekend getaway destinations, the city of Scottsdale, Arizona, really is the full package. It's easy to get to and get...
Venice Survival Guide: My Top 10 Venice Travel Tips to Help You Love Your First Trip
Venice, Italy, is a bucket list destination for many people. And rightly so; I've been to a lot of cities around the world, and...
December 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap
We're already a week into a new year, but there's still one more month from 2019 to wrap up! December is usually a slower...
Year in Review: My Top 10 Travel Highlights of 2019
It's that time of year again: time for my annual year in review post! I love putting this post together each year, as it...
3 Delicious Things to Do in Rome if You Love Food
I tell people all the time that I am not really a “foodie” traveler; I'm no expert when it comes to local cuisine, and...
November 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap
After an extremely busy summer and autumn filled with travel, I finally had a whole month off in November! It was a much-needed break,...
The Incredible Island of Islay in Scotland: Why to Visit + Things to Do
Scotland is one of my very favorite travel destinations in the world. Even after several trips there in the last few years, I keep...
Independence by Globus: Combining the Best of Two Travel Styles in One Trip
When it comes to travel styles… well, I don't really have one. I don't fit into one style category when it comes to travel;...
Alberta Bucket List: 40+ Incredible Things to Do in Alberta, Canada
Chances are you've heard of the Canadian province of Alberta. Maybe you've heard of its Rocky Mountain national parks, or the annual Calgary Stampede,...
A Harry Potter Lover’s Guide to London: 10+ Must-See London Harry Potter Sites
London is one of my favorite cities in the world. I love the history, the neighborhoods, the pub culture, even the food. And I...
October 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap
I can't believe it's already time for another monthly recap post! October absolutely FLEW by, and I'm having a hard time wrapping my head...
6 of the Best Places to Go on Safari in Africa
When it comes to travel bucket lists, “going on safari in Africa” is an item that appears on many of them. And understandably so...
Get to Know the Quirky Side of Ann Arbor, Michigan
When I visited the city of Ann Arbor, Michigan, for the first time earlier this summer, I was struck by how cool and how...
September 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap
September is always an interesting time to be traveling. It marks “back-to-school” season in many countries, and often is the beginning of the slow...
Things to Do on Senja: A Guide to Norway’s Underrated Island Destination
You guys know that I really love Norway. It's a country that offers some of my favorite things, including epic landscapes, delicious seafood, interesting...
10 Things to Do in Budapest for the History Lover
Ask me about my favorite cities in Europe, and I guarantee that up near the top will be Budapest, Hungary. Budapest was actually one...