15 Surprising Camino de Santiago Tips – Know Before You Go
If you’re preparing for the Camino de Santiago, you’re in the right place! I’m so excited to share my Camino de Santiago tips with you (a few of which might be pretty surprising)!Â
Where to Stay on the Camino Frances: My FULL Accommodation List (2026)
Throughout my 500-mile journey walking the Camino Frances, I stayed at over 30 albergues, hostels, and hotels. Some were right along the most popular stops along the way, while others were a little more off the beaten path, rustic, and charming.
How to live and work in Lisbon as a digital nomad
Recently, I lived in Lisbon as a digital nomad for an entire month. I quickly learned that the city is a huge hub in Europe for nomads like me. If you’re thinking about living and working in Lisbon as a digital nomad, this guide is for you! Wait a sec: what exactly IS a digital…
Why you will fall in love with Porto
“Quem És, Porto?” There are some cities that you know will transform you, even before you get there. There’s something remarkable about arriving in a new city for the first time – all opportunities lay ahead of you; a city eager to share its secrets. Step off into São Bento train station in Porto, Portugal,…
The ultimate city guide to Lisbon, Portugal
You’re headed to Lisbon! I’m so, so, so excited for you. Lisbon is an amazing city with so much to do. It’s becoming more and more popular every year, so make sure you go before it gets too crowded! If you’re currently planning your trip, I’ve compiled the ultimate city guide to Lisbon right here…
What to wear backpacking in Italy [UPDATED 2023]
If you’re packing your bags right now for your next Italian getaway, lucky you! You’re going go to one of the MOST beautiful and MOST romantic countries in the WORLD! Now, especially for us ladies, the real dilemma arises: How am I going to pack my entire wardrobe into my suitcase… or worse, just in…
Destinations | Europe | Italy | Wellness
Discovering my Italian genealogy in Sicily
My heritage has fascinated me since I was old enough to remember. As a young girl, I remember unrolling the family tree on my mother’s side of the family and spending hours examining the names. For a school project, I spent time interviewing each of my living grandparents about their lives growing up in America…
Destinations | Europe | Italy
5 tips for visiting Pompeii in one day
Raise your hand if you love ancient ruins. For all you archeology buffs out there, this one’s for you! If you aren’t familiar with the story of Pompeii, Italy, already, here’s the scoop: It was destroyed by volcanic ash and pumice in AD 79, when the nearby Mount Vesuvius erupted, and everybody died because they…
Destinations | Europe | Italy
Venice: Through the eyes of a local
It can be quite alienating to be a tourist, at times. You love and admire a culture and place so much, and desperately want to not stick out. But it is nearly impossible to blend in; it can be quite obvious you’re clearly not a local when asking for directions or staring at the GPS…
Destinations | Europe | Italy
How to get to the Amalfi Coast, Italy
Among the countless Italian towns and rugged coastlines, the Amalfi Coast is considered one of most beautiful destinations in all of Italy. This tourist hotspot is equally as stunning as it is difficult to reach. Just by looking at the map, you can see it’s nearly impossible to find a direct route from Rome or…