The 19 Best Things About Traveling in Canada

Last summer, I discovered that traveling in Canada is a dream. The scenery is gorgeous, the locals are over-the-top friendly, and many parts of the country are practically deserted. What’s not to love? Here’s the backstory of how I fell in love with Canada: last July, my friend Jessica and I drove from Calgary, Canada, […]

What Living as an Expat in Japan is Really Like

Welcome back to Living Abroad, a series that shows you what it’s like to live as an expat in cities around the world. Today, we’re chatting with Rika, a Canadian English teacher who just spent three years living in Japan. Here, Rika discusses the pros and cons of living in Japan, from the delicious food to […]

The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Hadrian’s Wall

So you’re thinking of hiking Hadrian’s Wall? That’s awesome. Hadrian’s Wall is not only an important part of Anglo-Roman history, but it’s also a wonderful walk that crosses some of England’s most beautiful countryside. And yes, it did inspire The Wall in Game of Thrones. Hadrian’s Wall Path is a dream for history buffs. Only […]

How to Make Friends When You Move to a New City

In this post, I’m going to share my best tips for making friends in a new city. In the past ten years, I’ve moved seven times. Somehow, I’ve somehow managed to make friends wherever I’ve lived. Not only that, but it’s gotten easier each time. The truth is, I’m not the most outgoing or charming […]

15 Fantastic Books About France to Add to Your Shelf

As most of my readers know, I’m both an avid reader and francophile. So I suppose it’s only natural that I’ve read a truckload of books about France. So here it is: the best books about France I’ve ever read, including fiction, non-fiction, and memoirs. Note- all of these books take place in France. While […]

13 Unique Things to Do in Tbilisi: A Tbilisi Travel Guide

Last year, I fell head-over-heels in love with Tbilisi, Georgia. Though I would’ve had trouble pointing it out on a map, I immediately felt drawn to Tbilisi’s vibe: bohemian, colorful, and wine-obsessed. Some media outlets are saying that Tbilisi is one of the most exciting cities in the world. All I know is if you […]

Travel and Blogging Recap: September 2019

Updated: October 15, 2019 Hey guys! I’ve decided to bring back my monthly recaps. Blogging these days feels so… strategic, so I wanted to have a place where I could casuaully share my travel plans, book recommendations, and life updates. I’m also going to start sharing traffic and income reports. Thanks for reading! Hey everyone! […]

Best Beaches in Sicily — Plus Places to Stay Nearby as well

Sicily is one of the regions of Europe that seems to have an enduring allure for visitors, and it is the stunning coastline and its beautiful beaches that are at the heart of this attraction. There is a variety of beaches which range from the stretches of golden sand to little coves and inlets where […]

Where to stay and the best things to do in Panama

Panama is a country that has long been at the crossroads of trade and transport in Central America, as it is a relatively narrow country that has the Caribbean Sea on its north and eastern side, and the Pacific to the south and west. While historically there was a trade in moving goods across Panama […]

Where to stay and the best things to do in Belize

The small country of Belize belies a hugely diverse place to explore that is just as interesting away from the coast as it is when you are exploring the stunning Caribbean coast of this Central American nation. Its history as a British colony means that it is the only country in Central America where English […]