One of the best things about London, Many of its world class museums are completely free. You can spend days exploring art, design, and history without spending a pound on admission. Here is a list of free museums in London. I hope to visit some …
These are the photo spots in Cusco Peru I’m hoping to visit during my upcoming trip. While I may not make it to every single location, each one is on my list for its beauty, history, or unique perspective of the city. Once I return, …
The tale of the Christmas cracker starts in Clerkenwell, London, in the 1840s, with a clever confectioner named Tom Smith. Tom ran a little shop selling sugared almonds wrapped in pretty paper twists a treat he’d discovered while traveling in Paris. When he returned home, …
Bruges in winter already feels like a fairytale, but during Wintergloed, the city glows in an entirely different way. Medieval streets, canals, churches, and hidden corners are transformed with light installations, projections, and art that feel both festive and quietly magical. Wandering through Bruges during …
There’s something deeply satisfying about making authentic Liège waffles at home . The kind you usually find at Belgian street stands, warm and caramelized, eaten straight from a paper napkin. These waffles are not batter based. They’re made from a rich, yeast raised dough, folded with Belgian pearl …
I hadn’t read much about Castiglione di Sicilia before visiting. It’s one of those places that seems to have quietly escaped the guidebooks. But as we wound our way up the narrow streets, the village quickly became one of my favorite stops in Sicily. From …
Tucked into the rolling vineyards and olive groves of northern Sicily, Parco Statella offers an escape that feels timeless. This rural agriturismo, lovingly tended by a single family, has been transformed by generations into a place where hospitality, heritage, and nature meet and where the …
Hiking Stromboli at night was one of the absolute highlights of our trip. The guided trek takes about two hours to reach the top, where you spend roughly an hour watching the volcano erupt against the dark sky. It’s an incredible sight—lava bursts lighting up …
The Aeolian Islands, scattered off the coast of Sicily, are a dream destination for anyone who loves nature, history, and the sea. On our upcoming trip, we’ve created an Aeolian Islands checklist, which is a list of the top experiences we hope to have — …
There’s nothing quite like the taste of summer in Colorado—especially when Palisade peaches are at their peak. Juicy, fragrant, and perfectly sweet, they shine in both sweet and savory dishes. Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite ways to enjoy them: Palisade Peach Bruschetta with …
Hiking the Inca Trail is more than just a trek—it’s a journey through centuries of history, breathtaking landscapes, and remote Andean villages. Over four days, the trail winds through cloud forests, alpine passes, and ancient stone ruins, each with its own story. Here are some …
Some trips leave footprints not just on the trail, but on your heart. Our recent Classic Inca Trail trek with Orange Nation Peru also known as Sams Travel was one of those journeys — the kind you know you’ll be talking about for the rest …
These are the photo spots in Cusco Peru I’m hoping to visit during my upcoming trip. While I may not make it to every single location, each one is on my list for its beauty, history, or unique perspective of the city. Once I return, …
Experience the vibrant sights, smells, and tastes of Athens at Varvakios Market. Explore the bustling hub of Greek culture and flavors during your visit.
While exploring the historic streets of Bruges, we took a short walk south of the city center to visit Minnewater Park. The park was an easy addition to our day of sightseeing and ended up being one of the most peaceful places we visited in …
When we visited Athens, one stop that completely surprised me was the Acropolis Museum. It isn’t part of the Acropolis itself. In fact, it sits at the base of the hill, just a short walk away. But visiting the museum in the evening gave us …
Tucked into the northeastern slope beneath the UNESCO listed Acropolis and above the Plaka neighborhood sits Anafiotika, one of Athens’ quietest surprises. The village has whitewashed walls, blue shutters and is completely unexpected. Narrow pathways that twist between tiny homes built into the rock. Standing …
In Greece, meze is a way of dining built around small shared plates rather than one main dish. Instead of ordering individual entrées, the table slowly fills with dishes meant to be passed and tasted together. Dips, vegetables, salads, bread, grilled items, meatballs, whatever is …
The Acropolis of Athens is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site located within the city of Athens, and once you stand there, it’s easy to understand why. Perched high above the modern city, the Acropolis was inscribed in 1987 for its extraordinary architectural achievement and …
When most people think of UNESCO, they picture ancient ruins and monumental architecture. And yes, the Acropolis absolutely earns its place on that list. But UNESCO doesn’t only recognize buildings. Some of the most meaningful designations are for living traditions the music, food, and cultural …
I had seen pictures of Red Beach before we went, but it still felt different in person. The cliffs really are that red. Not just a hint of color, actually deep rust and volcanic. And the water below is that clear blue that makes the …
I thought I knew exactly what I was ordering when I asked for fish and chips in London. Crispy battered fish. Thick golden chips. Maybe tartar sauce and lemon. What I wasn’t expecting was a small dish of bright green peas sitting neatly on the …
When I came home, the first dish I wanted to try was Lomo Saltado. If you’ve spent any time in Peru, you know this dish shows up everywhere. It’s comforting and familiar, but also distinctly Peruvian. Tender strips of beef are sautéed with onions and …
I had already visited Akrotiri, and I loved walking through the ruins there. Seeing the streets. The buildings. Trying to imagine what life looked like before the eruption. Then we visited the Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira on Santorini. Inside this quiet building, were some of the …