If you’ve read enough of my travel guides, you’re probably already aware of my soft spot for anything old-timey. Historic towns, quirky roadside attractions, forgotten little landmarks turned into art exhibits, etc, those are the kinds of stops that make a road trip memorable! And …
The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is one of those places that makes you pull over every five minutes because the views somehow keep getting better the deeper into it you go. Between the waterfalls, cliffside viewpoints, and forest hikes, it’s no surprise the …
Once you decide to step outside Seoul, it quickly becomes clear that day trips here aren’t one-size-fits-all… there are more flavors than you could possibly fit into a single South Korea trip! Nestled in a pretty mountainous region, Seoul is surrounded by landscapes that shift …
Big-name cities get all the attention — and all the inflated prices to go along with it. Scroll through Instagram for five minutes and you’ll see the same Eiffel Tower shots, Shibuya Scramble crossings, and Las Vegas sign selfies over and over. News flash! You …
I’ll be honest—I didn’t fully “get” the magic of safaris until I went to Safari West in Santa Rosa, CA. Riding in an open-air vehicle while giraffes and zebras wandered just a few feet away felt like stepping into another world, and since then, I’ve …
Taking a trip to Northern California’s Sonoma County? If so, I’ve got an absolute must-do for you. Enter the chat: Safari West, a wildlife reservation in Santa Rosa. The name says it all. That’s right, in good ol’ Santa Rosa, CA, you can actually experience …
There’s something about the combination of forested trails and dramatic mountain backdrops that I never get tired of. Mountain towns have always held a special place in my heart—not for skiing or snowboarding (I’ll gladly skip the winter sports), but for what happens after the …
Kyushu is Japan’s third-largest island, and yet hardly anyone I know has been. It’s a total shame, because the region is packed with endless greenery, steamy hot springs, terraced rice fields, and cultural gems that feel untouched by mainstream tourism. It’s nowhere near as popular …
There are too many things about Mexico City that have completely stolen my heart. The tree-lined residential streets of Roma Norte, the al pastor tacos, the world-class cocktail bars, the unparallelled dining scene (that’s way more affordable than it should be), mariachi music lighting up …
When I travel, I’m all about finding authentic experiences—the kind that doesn’t involve standing in endless lines, wading through crowds, or elbowing my way to get a glimpse of something. After spending over three months in Europe, I’ll tell you something that’s rather obvious: cathedrals …