The beautiful whitewashed city of Ostuni should be on everyone’s Puglia itinerary. Perched on top of a hill and overlooking the sparkling Adriatic Sea, its charming white houses, narrow cobblestone streets, historical churches, and atmospheric little squares give it a unique and magical atmosphere. In this post, I’ll share some of the best things to …
France is a year-round destination, with countless attractions and reasons to visit throughout the year. I have visited the country more times than I can remember, in all of the seasons. However, the best time to visit France depends on a few factors. Firstly and most importantly, when deciding when to travel to France, you …
England is a fantastic destination whatever your interests and budget. There are so many great things to do in England from seeing the famous sites of London to exploring the quaint towns and villages, national parks and thousands of miles of coastline. I have spent most of my life in England and have explored this …
I absolutely love the food in France! I’ve visited France several times each year for as long as I can remember, and one of my favorite things about this amazing country is how easy it is to find incredible food there. From traditional dishes like boeuf bourguignon and onion soup to modern twists on French …
Posted: 12/20/2022 | December 20th, 2022 For the last five years, I’ve concluded the year with a list of my favorite reads. As a writer, reading comes with the territory. Writers just tend to read a lot. Then again, I’ve always been into reading ever since I was a little kid. I devour books. In …
Posted: 12/19/22 | December 19th, 2022 The term “budget travel” has long been synonymous with “cheap travel.” Finding deals, getting off the beaten path, eating at “non-touristy” (i.e. inexpensive) restaurants, and staying in hostels. The budget traveler is on a quest for a “local” experience at a low cost. During the 2010s, the rise of …
Posted: 12/15/22 | December 15th, 2022 Dublin is a city with soul. While the capital of the Republic of Ireland might not have the aesthetics of Prague or Amsterdam, and while it might not have the in-vogue vibe of Paris or the hustle and bustle of London, it has something that many other European cities …
Posted: 12/1/2022 | December 1st, 2022 Tulum, located in the southern section of Quintana Roo on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, used to be a sleepy beach town that attracted hippie types who preferred the placid beaches and its Mayan ruins over Cancún’s wild, cacophonous nightlife. In the last decade or so, though, the hippies have been …
Posted: 11/28/2022 | November 28th, 2022 Mexico City used to be off the radar for many travelers because it was perceived as being dangerous. But things have changed in CDMX (short for Ciudad de México) and today it’s one of the most popular places to visit in the country. I loved my time in Mexico …
Posted: 11/17/22 | November 17th, 2022 Rome is a city of layers stretching back centuries. You’re never far from ruins or stunning ancient or classical architecture. One moment you’re passing a modern building, the next you’re staring at some Doric columns from the Roman Republic, a Renaissance-era palace designed by Michelangelo, or a piazza centered …