Guide to Packing for Living in Europe… or Anywhere with Seasons… You’re down to the one-week mark before your adventure abroad begins and you find yourself in a packing panic. How in the world can you fit my entire LIFE into one or two suitcases? How will you squeeze in five months and three seasons […]
The World’s Worst Cup of Coffee -A Lesson in Pride & Humility
The World’s Worst Cup of Coffee- And What It Taught Me About Pride There I was, dropped off at a tiny home for the first of what would become many nights in the big city of San Jose, Costa Rica. I sat down at the table with my Spanish-speaking host mother, trying to muster up […]
Nyhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark
No trip to Copenhagen is complete without having a photo-op at the famous harbor. Nyhavn, which means “New Harbor” in Danish, is home to the colorful, picturesque townhouses often featured on postcards or in travel magazines. Originally constructed by King Christian V, the earliest building, No. 9, dates back to as early as 1681. Nyhavn offered […]
Annecy, France
Nestled in the crisp, fresh air of the French Alps lies the charming town of Annecy. Often called the “Venice of France” due to its high number of canals, Annecy is the perfect place for both nature and city lovers alike. It surrounds the magnificent Lac d’Annecy where you can frequently spot sailboats, kayaks, paddle […]
Schönbrunn Palace – Vienna, Austria
A UNESCO World Heritage site that draws more than 2 million visitors annually, Schönbrunn Palace is a must-see in Vienna. Though it is located a few miles from the city center, it is easily accessible via a 30-minute metro ride and almost all citywide tours will be sure to make a stop here. Built in […]
Digging a Little Deeper
The Pomada is the signature drink of Menorca. On the surface, it’s just gin and lemon soda splashed on ice. But, if you dig a little deeper, it’s a perfect symbol for the island itself. The gin used in the cocktail is from an 18th Century recipe and concocted with a curious addition: wine alcohol. […]
Three Steps to Russia
6 weeks before trip: Let me preface this story by telling you that I live in Madrid, Spain, and my travel partner, Megan, lives in Seville. We had to apply for a visa to visit Russia so Megan planned a weekend visit to Madrid so we could go together to the Russian Embassy and apply. […]
The Art of Traveling Alone
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve asked somebody why they haven’t been to Paris, or taken that dream vacation to Bali, or even that religiously-inspired journey to Israel they’ve been yearning for their whole life and they tell me, as if being alone was the most terrible thing in the whole world, that they […]
Study Abroad and the Path to Self-Realization
It seemed like it took an eternity to reach the border of Chile and Argentina that surprisingly hot January day. The weight of the backpack seemed to add a surprising amount of heat to that of the sun. We were on the first leg of our excursion to the breathtaking Patagonia region of Argentina, trying […]
A Day at Disneyland Paris
True Disney fans will know that you can experience Disney theme parks at five different locations: Orlando, Los Angeles, Paris, Japan, and Hong Kong. While many similarities exist among the various parks, each one has its quirks, ensuring that the location offers a unique experience. If you love Disney and find yourself in Paris, spending […]