48 hours in Santiago, Chile
Fifteen years ago, when I was studying abroad in Spain, I took my first solo trip away for a weekend. On my own, simply because I couldn’t find a travel…
Ulva Island is a wildlife paradise
I think it’s safe to say when most people think about New Zealand, they think big mountains, epic views, and hobbits. And I’ll be the first to say they’re not…
How travel actually helps me tackle my anxiety
Hands up if you identify as an anxious person! Phew, not just me? Yay! And travel anxiety? Hello! Over the past few years, I’ve been slowly coming to terms with…
Aldourie Lodge is Tekapo’s coziest stay
The historic charm of Aldourie Lodge appeals to everyone who passes through this corner of New Zealand. Nestled on the shores of Lake Tekapo, you’ll find a very cute and…
Australia’s Golden Outback is a botanical wonderland
Esperance, a little town on the bottom left corner of Australia, is becoming well-known for several reasons. It’s home to some of the whitest sand beaches in the world, with…
Esperance’s cutest A-frame accommodation
Growing up in Virginia meant I had been in my fair share of A-frame homes and cute log cabins in the woods. Though I probably didn’t realize how great they…
Whanganui is for art and design lovers
In another life, I would have pursued a career in art. Perhaps one day, I might still. Growing up, I always felt absolutely overwhelmed with creativity. I read books and…
Going off the grid on Australia’s Woody Island
One of my favorite things about my trip to Esperance was the jarring color palette. Here, on the bottom left corner of Australia, deep red rocks the color of clay…
Postcards from Antarctica
These days Antarctica photos aren’t as hard to come by as they used to be. Nothing can compare to the wild and untamed grandeur that is Antarctica. Here vast white…
A boat turned tiny house is Whanganui’s cutest stay
As a travel writer for more than a decade, I’ve stayed in a lot of accommodation over the years. From sleeping on a pile of mats in a yurt in…