Blending Cultures in Bolzano Italy
While in Germany for a few months of exploring various European destinations, my family and I traveled to a very unique city in Italy called Bolzano. Known as the gateway to the Dolomites, Bolzano is a city rooted in deep cultural history, architecture and sweeping landscapes. It offers something for everyone, from city life to…
A Local’s Guide to San Diego
I am a native Northern Californian who adopted San Diego as my city seven years ago. Any Californian will tell you that there is a distinct difference (and friendly rivalry) between Northern (“Norcal”) and Southern (“Socal”) California. So seven years ago, I couldn’t help but be skeptical about how well I would adapt to my…
Weekend in Seattle
Seattle has been on my travel bucket-list for some time now. To me, traveling to the land of the endless evergreen trees was about two things: eating fresh seafood and hiking on trails that led to waterfalls. There is plenty to do in the city, so for a weekend in Seattle you have to be…
Summer in Venice
Venice has all the makings of a tourist trap but is definitely worth the experience. Easily walkable, one can get lost along the canals while noshing on pizza and gelato. I’d suggest staying in a hotel within walking distance of the bus or train station to avoid carting luggage onto a boat taxi or packed…
Relax + Unplug on Dog Island
As a child of the 1980s, I remember an old world Florida that was preserved and appreciated for its spectacular organic beauty. I traveled with my family in a camper or with a tent to state parks, and remember a time when hotels didn’t line every square mile of beach. We love those memories and…
Farmhouse Living in Tuscany
After being introduced to the idea of staying on a working farm while in Tuscany, I spent hours researching my options. We decided to take a chance on a tiny place called La Torre in an area known as Bagni di Lucca. Owners Paolo and Laura quit their 9-5 office jobs, bought a run-down property…
Daily Life in India
In 2011, I left a steady advertising job to fulfill a long time dream of traveling the globe and photographing my adventures. Wanting to see and experience a world far removed from my everyday life, I put India at the top of my list. Needless to say it was a culture shock in every sense…
Backpacking in Laos
We arrived in Luang Prabang at 6am, completely exhausted after an overnight bus trip. When we found that our hotel wouldn’t have a room for us until noon, we grabbed a quick breakfast and drug ourselves hundreds of steps up Phou Si Mountain in the city center. We were rewarded with stunning views of the…
The Enchanting Colors of Morocco
This was my fifth trip to Morocco and, ever since I was a child seeing it on TV, this country seems to have captured my soul. Only a hop across the water from Europe, it feels a million miles from home with an exotic mix of culture, food, color and vibrancy. Morocco has long been…
Coastal Life in Devonport New Zealand
Devonport is a sleepy coastal suburb of Auckland on the North Shore of New Zealand. It’s the perfect spot for a romantic getaway or a relaxing sabbatical. In the instance of my travel I used the town as a destination to find inspiration, work on new ideas and try my new film cameras in an…
Southern Charm in the Lowcountry
The great thing about visiting the Southern United States’ Lowcountry, aside from endless historical charm and beauty, is that there is a lot to see within just an hour’s drive. During a recent trip to the area we managed to visit Savannah, GA, Beaufort, SC and Hilton Head, SC all during our short stay. The…