16 Essential Things to Do in Tallinn, Estonia on Your First Visit
When it comes to charming European capital cities (and yes, I know that's a cliche phrase, but sometimes it's just the right one), I...
10 Reasons to Visit Ottawa, Canada’s Capital City
Ottawa is Canada's capital city, and yet it's often overshadowed by larger Canadian cities like Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. But you really shouldn't write...
Travel and Blogging Recap: Q1 2024
Hello friends! Since I fell so behind on these recaps at the end of last year, I've decided to just do them quarterly going...
Europe Christmas Markets by Cruise vs Land: Which is Actually Better?
Christmas markets in Europe have been a magical tradition for centuries – the first markets began in the German-speaking parts of Europe way back...
One Week in Northern Ireland: The Perfect 7-Day Northern Ireland Road Trip Itinerary
Coastlines formed by warring giants. Historic shipyards. Political uprisings. The King in the North (yes, that's a Game of Thrones reference). These things and...
12 Best Beaches in Vieques, Puerto Rico You Need to See for Yourself
Are you looking for the best beaches in Vieques, Puerto Rico? Vieques is an island off the eastern coast of Puerto Rico known for...
19 Essential Things to Do on the Isle of Skye in Scotland
When it comes to places in Scotland that everyone dreams of visiting, there are a few that immediately come to mind; you've definitely heard...
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Piran, Slovenia (Things To Do + How to Stay Overnight)
Did you know that Slovenia has a coastline along the Adriatic Sea? If the answer is no, don't feel too bad; a lot of...
11 Awesome Things to Do at Lake Bled in Slovenia (+ Helpful Tips for Visiting)
Home to the only island in Slovenia, delicious cream cake, and one of the prettiest glacial lakes in Europe (yeah, I said it!), Lake...
Are Intrepid Travel Premium Tours Worth It? My Honest Opinion
The older I get, the more I'm willing to pay a bit more for things like comfort, convenience, and really unique experiences when I...
17 Things You Need to Know Before a Trip to Slovenia
When people ask me about my favorite countries in the world, one of my answers always takes them by surprise: Slovenia. Yes, Slovenia is...
3 Days in Prague: The Perfect Prague Itinerary for Your First Visit
Prague, Czechia is one of the most-visited cities in all of Europe – and it's not hard to understand why. This Central European capital...
Visiting the Oregon Coast in Winter: 13 Unique Things to Do + Helpful Tips
Oregon is, in my opinion, one of the prettiest states in the US. You've got the waterfalls of the Columbia River Gorge in the...
How to Hike to Ponta da Piedade from Lagos, Portugal (on New Boardwalks!)
Portugal's Algarve coast is known for quite a few things: golden sea cliffs filled with grottos and arches; historic white-washed villages; and beaches lapped...
September-December 2023 Travel and Blogging Recap
I started publishing these recaps monthly back in the BC times (Before COVID), when I was traveling almost every month. I switched to posting...
10 Reasons to NOT Drive the Ring Road in Iceland
When it comes to planning a trip to Iceland, most of the questions, advice, and suggested itineraries center around Iceland's Ring Road. This road...
What to Pack for a Galapagos Cruise (+ Full Galapagos Packing List)
A cruise to the Galapagos Islands is a bucket-list worthy trip that I personally dreamt about for years. And when I finally went, it...