Babbel Italian has become my daily go-to for learning Italian as an expat — and after a month of using it, I’ve got thoughts. When I first moved to Italy, I mistakenly assumed I’d just absorb the language through sheer exposure. I took one month of in-person classes at a language school (which cost over…
When you’re planning a trip to Alghero, where you stay can really make or break your entire experience. Every part of this beautiful coastal city in northeast Sardinia has a different feel. Some areas are better for beach access, while others are better for a luxury, off-the-beaten-path experience. After living in Alghero for almost a…
Looking for a hotel in Lynchburg, Virginia, and curious if the Craddock Terry is worth it? I recently spent a few nights there and walked away impressed—not just by the hotel itself, but by how much this little riverfront town had going on. The Craddock Terry is a boutique hotel housed in a former shoe…
If you’re looking for a Sessions Hotel review with all the real-deal details—music history, comfy beds, rooftop drinks, and a side of Southern charm, you’re in the right spot! This summer, I took a road trip with a friend from Charlotte, NC, to Bristol, VA, and checked into The Sessions Hotel. The hotel is named…
I wasn’t expecting to find myself in a tiny Appalachian town in southwest Virginia, but here we are! And honestly? I’m glad I went. St. Paul, Virginia, is one of those places that doesn’t show up on typical travel lists, but it totally should—and this Western Front Hotel review will share why. I rented a…
Restaurants in Alghero, Sardinia, range from stunning but overpriced to absolutely delicious. During my time living here for eight months, I set out on a personal mission: eat at as many places as possible – strictly for research, of course! I wanted to find the best food in town, beyond the touristy seafront spots with…
If you’re trying to figure out which Alghero beaches are actually worth your time—welcome, friend. I’ve been living in Alghero for the past six months and let me tell you, this summer has basically been one long beach adventure. I’ve been walking, bussing, and beach-bumming my way through the area to find the good stuff….
If you’re looking for the best hike from Griffith Observatory, you’re in the right place—and no, you don’t need to be an LA influencer in yoga pants to enjoy it (though no judgment if you are). After living in Los Angeles for 15 years, I’ve done the Griffith Observatory hike more times than I can…
When I first heard about MakesYouFluent, I was somewhere between curious and skeptical. I’ve tried a bunch of language learning tools over the years—Babbel, Duolingo, even random YouTube channels—and figured I’d seen it all. But MakesYouFluent is banking on something different: AI. Not just a chatbot, but a whole system designed to talk to you…
Thinking about taking the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway but not sure if it’s worth the time, money, or potential anxiety about dangling mid-air in a giant rotating box? Totally fair. I just rode it in the middle of a sweltering July afternoon—115°F at the base—and I’ve got thoughts. Here’s the lowdown: how to get there,…