This is a short story about my first experience solo traveling on Italian trains. Laugh it off, but please, dear god, don’t be this person… The best part about arriving at the train station in Florence early was knowing I had nothing to lose. I was there, and so was my high-speed train. It was a […]
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Top Greek Islands to Visit in 2023 (As Recommended By Greek Locals!)
When in Greece, do as the Greeks do. But how do you know which top greek islands to visit if you aren’t a local there? If you travel to Greece and find yourself at the right place at the right time—you may strike up a conversation with a Greek local who can tell you where to […]
10 Reasons Why The Island of Hydra Will Change Your Life
Awakened from a power nap by a mule climbing the cobblestone steps outside of my door, I jumped out of bed to throw on my swimsuit. There were a few hours to spare before the sun set on the island of Hydra. I hurried along as I went to meet my friend, but then suddenly […]
The Comeback Camera: Avoid Pickpockets in Barcelona
Making the trek to Spain was the craziest thing I’d ever done — at this point in my life. But I was ready for whatever that adventure looked like — espressos galore, pinpointing the nightlife in Ibiza, or stuffing our faces with more free tapas than we could fathom. And if entirely possible, how you […]
Fight or Flight in 2021: First Time Traveler Jitters
Three years ago, I woke up to what felt like a scene out of a movie. An angry alarm clock, a sleep-deprived roommate, and a suitcase large enough to fit a family of tiny chihuahuas, were all caving in on me. It was at that moment I had to make a crucial decision: whether or […]