When you have a big trip coming up, there are tons of moving parts: funding your trip, transportation, connections, lodging confirmations, language and culture notes, tour times, and ideas of things to do and places to eat. When you are traveling to a single destination, keeping it all straight is Read more…
If you think Europe is out of reach, or reserved for long vacations, think again. In this post I’ll show you how to plan a long weekend in Europe with a little preparation and a limited budget. I studied abroad in France while in college, and for a long time, Read more…
Wanderlust is a powerful force. It drives many of us to aspire to travel as much, as far, and as wide as possible, whenever possible. And while it’s a glorious and enlightening feeling, you also need to know how to prepare for long term travel so you don’t get stuck Read more…
Why China? China is a huge country – nearly the size of the United States with terrain and people just as varied and diverse. There is plenty to see and experience in this rising world power and it would be great to understand the culture and the country a bit Read more…
It’s 2018 (wooo!), which means you have a whole new year to knock a few destinations off your bucket lists. Don’t let “I don’t have the money” be an excuse this year! Use these six easy steps to save money for travel, and put your savings on autopilot. Even if Read more…
Hey Everyone! How’s your week been? As we get closer to the new year, you’re probably thinking about a new year’s resolution, or how you’d like to improve your life in 2018. Maybe it’s just me, but I’m always after the next big adventure. And 2018 is no exception: It’s Read more…
Hey everyone! I had a realization the other day: Food connects everyone: past, present, future, real, or otherwise. Food can bring the past to life, it can take you to other cultures around the world, and it even makes fictional characters a little more life-like! A recipe can transport you to Read more…
Donald and I are finally back on the east coast after two amazing weeks honeymooning in Kauai and Maui, Hawaii. I’m already missing the Aloha spirit of the islands – the people were super happy, the food was incredibly fresh, and the adventures on Maui were seemingly unlimited. We had Read more…
Hey guys! It’s been a busy few months with our wedding in June and planning our Maui and Kauai honeymoon. Donald and I are finally enjoying some time off and exploring the islands of Hawaii! We are only halfway through our Hawaii honeymoon, and just arrived on the island of Read more…
This guide is broken into four chapters, outlining the best of our 9-day trip to São Miguel, the Azores, during mid-October 2016: PART 1: Getting Around PART 2: Hiking + Swimming PART 3: Azorean Eats PART 4: What to Wear in the Azores <– you are here Or you can Read more…