Volunteering in Uganda
Having been fortunate enough to travel around the world, experiencing multiple continents, countries and cultures, for me there is something different about travel that allows me to give back. I believe in giving back and making a difference in this world, however small, simple, or grandiose, each of us are able. From the smile to…
The Causeway Coastal Route
Blue Ridge Parkway. Route 66. Pacific Coast Highway. Transfagarasan. Ring of Kerry. When you list out the most world-famous roads to drive, the Causeway Coastal Route is rarely in the top ten, until Game of Thrones that is. Now, Northern Ireland is one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in Europe, and the show is estimated to…
A Day in Granada
My best friend lives in Valencia, Spain and had her ‘Spanish wedding’ in July of 2012. We wanted to be there to celebrate, but also took the opportunity to drive down from Madrid and up the Mediterrean coast. Our absolute favorite stop was Granada. Its a bohemian mix of Middle Eastern and European, the last…
Food + Fun in Singapore
Last year I took a trip to Singapore. I was born there but grew up in the US. The heartbeat of this city is the glorious food culture—it is a foodie’s paradise. But this was the first visit where I was really drawn to documenting the buildings of the city. A lot has been written…
Dream Destination: Santorini
Everyone has a dream destination, and Santorini has always been mine. So, when my (now) wife and I were planning our honeymoon last year, we knew that Oia—the picturesque, blue-roofed village at the top of the island of Santorini—was the perfect destination for a romantic getaway. We chose to stay at the Katikies Hotel, which…
Croatia: Europe’s Hidden Gem
When people are planning a holiday and they’re wanting to soak up the sun they’ll often look in the direction in the south of France, Italy or Greece. I’m here to say: Explore Croatia! It’s full of life, character, stunning views, crystal clear water, and delightful delicacies. Last June my husband and I visited Dubrovnik,…
Highlights of Istanbul
We took an impromptu trip to Turkey and fell in love with the city of Istanbul. With a city that lies in both Europe and Asia, it is a city of dualities. Buildings that date back to the Byzantine Empire stand right next to a modern new structure—the contrast of old and new is quite…
Palm Springs + the California Desert
Looking to escape the Michigan snow, I traveled to Palm Springs, CA with one of my close friends. We spent the first few days at a rental house and then the last couple of days at the Ace Hotel, relaxing by the pool. We rented a car and spent our first day in Huntington Beach,…
The Great Wall of China
Last fall marked my first trip to mainland China, and as the Great Wall was at the top of our bucket list, we headed to Beijing to see the sights and visit one of the most spectacular man-made structures in the world. From our home base in Beijing, we hired the wonderful John Yellowcar to…
Portugal in Winter
In 2012, my closest friends and I decided to go all out for our 30th birthdays. Spread out around the world, we were obliged to choose a central destination, with the added stipulation that none of us had been there before—a tall order when your group consists of seven passionate travelers! After back-and-forth emails and…