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If you have a zest for travel and a desire to explore the diverse beauty of California — and even farther destinations, like Italy and Spain, you’ve come to the right place! 

About Jen

A woman in a green dress stands in a field of grass and wildflowers, holding a small bouquet of flowers. The sky above is clear and blue, casting about an aura of serenity.

I’m Jen, and I’m always on the run around the world.

For 15 years, I’ve lived in Los Angeles and Palm Springs and explored up and down the California coast, from San Diego to San Francisco and beyond.

In 2019, I spent six weeks solo traveling in Budapest, Hungary, and Lisbon, Portugal, respectively. That’s when I first discovered the beauty of slow, mindful travel and immersing in destinations.

I’ve also traveled across:

  • Italy
  • Spain
  • France
  • Belgium
  • The Netherlands
  • England
  • Mexico
  • Colombia
  • Costa Rica
  • California
  • Hawaii
  • New York
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • Thailand

And more coming soon!

Why This Blog Exists

On Jen on the Run, I share informative and fun-loving blog posts and YouTube videos about mindful travel that changes you. Whether you’re a solo traveler or going with a partner, I believe travel is empowering and transformative.

A woman named Jen with hiking poles standing on the Camino de Santiago road at sunrise.

When I walked the Camino de Santiago in 2023, it was more than a trek; it was a transformative journey of self-discovery.

My blog posts, filled with personal insights and reflections, are here to inspire and empower you in your own travels.

Whether you’re planning a quick getaway or a soulful long-term journey, you’ll find valuable, tailored advice here.

I hope you’ll discover stories that touch your heart, tips that make travel easier, and insights that deepen your understanding of each place you visit, whether at home or abroad.

👉 Join me on this journey, and let’s turn every travel dream into a reality, one adventure at a time!