25 Things to Do In Baku, Azerbaijan’s Unusual Capital
Baku is Azerbaijan’s capital and a strange blend of modern and historic. Here are the best things to do when visiting Azerbaijan’s capital.
9 Reasons to Visit Val Di Non, Trentino’s Beautiful Valley
With the stunning backdrop of the Dolomites and the endless green of apple trees, which turn snow white with blossoms for a brief spell in spring, it’s hard not to fall for Val di Non. This beautiful part of the Trentino region is less Insta-famous than its neighbor South Tyrol (also called Südtirol or Alto…
Backpacking Europe Packing List: The Women’s Survival Guide
If the prospect of packing for Europe long-term has you overwhelmed, don’t worry: you need far less than you think. I’ve spent a cumulative 10 months of my life backpacking through Europe with nothing more than a 45L carry-on size bag that escapes even the eagle eyes of budget airlines. You don’t need to pack…
10 Jaw-Dropping California Hikes You Can’t Miss
Growing up in California, it’s easy to take how beautiful the state is for granted. But the longer I’ve been living away from home (11 years now, more than a third of my life), the more I’ve come to appreciate just how beautiful and diverse the state is. With a land mass just about the…
Barcelona Off the Beaten Path: Unusual Things to Do in Spain’s Most Touristed City
Want to get off the beaten path in Barcelona? It’s easier than it looks. Here are some places the tourists miss!
San Francisco Hidden Gems: 7 Spots You Likely Don’t Know About (Yet)
Want to find some of San Francisco’s hidden gems? Here are my favorite spots.
33 New York Tips To Ensure a Smooth First Time in NYC
Planning a trip to New York City? Here are 33 tips from an ex-New Yorker to help you avoid mistakes!
The Exhaustive Guide to the Best Hostels in Nicaragua
I spent 5 weeks backpacking Nicaragua, from towns in the north like León, Estelí, and Matagalpa all the way down the south in San Juan del Sur and even the Corn Islands. Nicaragua numbers high amongst my favorite countries in the world and even in 5 weeks, I’ve left so much unvisited that a return…
37 Ways to Find the Unusual, Off the Beaten Path NYC
NYC is so. much more than its major attractions! Here are my favorite off the beaten path gems across several different NYC boroughs.
