Read my backstory below, or skip directly to the around the world trip budget and itinerary. When the world shut down in 2020, like many …
Incredible 1-Year Around the World Trip Budget and Itinerary
North America
2024 Travel Recap: The First Year of Full-Time Travel
In my 2023 travel recap post, I looked back fondly on what had been my most-traveled year yet. I also stated at the end of …
2023 Recap: The Year of Opportunistic Travel
“We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if …
6 Helpful Things to Know Before you Visit Québec City
If you travel enough, you’re bound to come across some that don’t live up to your expectations. Unfortunately, this was my experience with Québec City. …
10 Amazing Things to do During a Weekend in Montréal
Québec has been on my radar since I started taking French classes at age 11. I was so intrigued by this place in North America …
Big Sur’s Best Day Hiking Trail
California has an almost impossible amount of natural beauty. Some of its most jaw-dropping beauty can be found in Big Sur. Big Sur is a …
Biking Across the Golden Gate Bridge: What to Know
One of the benefits of living in a popular tourist area is that people always want to visit. That means we get opportunities to play …
First Ski Lesson: What I Wish I Knew Beforehand
I was born and raised in Florida and lived there until I was 21. Between the weather and the somewhat isolated nature of the state, …
Destination Wedding: 9 Things I Learned from Having One
When my partner and I discussed several possibilities for our wedding. After looking at venues across the US, we found the location of our dreams …
Napa: Great Tips for Visiting Wine Country on a Budget (ish)
Napa Valley is a dream destination for many wine lovers, but planning a trip can be overwhelming if you’re trying to stick to a budget …