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Travel Blog

Welcome to my travel blog! I write about places I’ve visited (81 countries!) to provide insider tips, curated itineraries, and one-of-a-kind experiences from around the globe. So — whether you’re seeking a luxury escape, cultural immersion, or an off-the-beaten-path adventure, I hope you’ll find these blogs useful to create an unforgettable journey!

Travel Blog

picture of a camel against the great pyramids in Giza Egypt

Is Egypt safe to travel to in 2025 or 2026

May 26, 2025 No Comments

Is Egypt Safe to Travel to in 2025 or 2026? If Egypt is on your dream list for 2025 or 2026, you’re not alone. From

Scenic view of the Nile River in Cairo with a traditional boat sailing past the city skyline under a clear sky

Best Time for a Nile River Cruise: When to Go and What to Expect Sailing Egypt

May 17, 2025 No Comments

When to Cruise the Nile: Best Time to Sail Egypt in Luxury (Hint: Not August!) Let me just get this out of the way: I’ve

Interior shot of a stunning luxury hotel in Seville

Best Boutique Hotels in Seville 2025

April 20, 2025 No Comments

9 Best Boutique & Luxury Hotels in Seville, Spain (2025) Looking for the best boutique hotels in Seville 2025? After numerous visits to this Andalusian

11 Best Coastal Cities to Visit on a Costa del Sol Road Trip in Spain

April 9, 2025 No Comments

11 Best Coastal Cities to Visit on a Costa del Sol Road Trip (From Valencia to Cádiz) ~ Spain If you’re dreaming of stunning Mediterranean

Image of a clown fish underwater at the Great Barrier Reef in Australia's north coast.

Cairns or Port Douglas? Pros & Cons of Each for Your Great Barrier Reef Trip

March 19, 2025 No Comments

Cairns or Port Douglas: Which is Better for Visiting the Great Barrier Reef? So, you’re heading to the Great Barrier Reef and torn between the

View of sunrise looking at several balloons in the sky, on the Maasai Mara Hot Air Balloon Adventure

Floating Over the Wild: The Ultimate Maasai Mara Hot Air Balloon Adventure

December 30, 2024 No Comments

Floating Over the Wild: The Ultimate Maasai Mara Hot Air Balloon Adventure Picture this: the sun rising over the endless savannah, a gentle breeze carrying

Detail of statue at the Alhambra in Andalucia's city of Granada, Spain

Is Valencia in Andalucía?

December 29, 2024 No Comments

Is Valencia in Andalucía? Untangling Spain’s Geography with Fun Facts and Travel Tips Ever wondered, is Valencia in Andalucía? It’s a fair question—Spain’s rich regions

Bilbao Museum on the river. Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

13 Best Day Trips from San Sebastian for 2025

December 14, 2024 No Comments

Explore the top 13 day trips from San Sebastian! From Bilbao’s Guggenheim to the tranquil Pyrenees, discover culture and adventure in Basque Country.

Marques de Riscal Spain Gehry 2024, picture of the front of the shiny wavy building

Exploring Marqués de Riscal: Frank Gehry’s Architectural Marvel in Rioja, Spain for 2025

November 22, 2024 No Comments

Exploring Marqués de Riscal: Frank Gehry’s Architectural Marvel in Rioja, Spain for 2025 Imagine pulling into a sleepy Spanish town and spotting a futuristic swirl