Being respectful is a way to support sustainable, safe experiences for travelers and locals alike. Here are some of the lessons I’ve learned over the years and am still learning.
Category: travel tips
Portugal – Top Tips for Avoiding Crowds at Pena Palace in Sintra
Sintra, Portugal is home to a number of striking castles and palaces, the most well-known, unique, and popular being Pena Palace. The red and yellow Romanticist castle is a recognizable icon of Portugal and at the top of many visitors’ lists, including mine! Read for tips to plan your own trip to the town of Sintra and Pena Palace including how to beat the crowds.
Guide to Driving the 4×4 Beaches in Currituck County, NC
The Outer Banks of North Carolina encompass more than 100 miles of coastline across three counties. The northernmost of these is Currituck County, home to the idyllic town of Corolla and a stretch of public beach open to drive-on access by four-wheel drive vehicles. This post has everything you need to know for accessing this beach legally and safely.
Six Virginia Wineries to Visit this Fall
“Virginia is for Lovers” Including and especially wine lovers. Here are just six of the Commonwealth’s more than 300 wineries to try this fall.
Four Ways to be a more Respectful Traveler
Being respectful is a way to support sustainable, safe experiences for travelers and locals alike. Here are some of the lessons I’ve learned over the years and am still learning.
Traveling During COVID-19
Choosing if/when/how to travel right now is very personal but also has public implications and there are a lot of factors one should consider. But six months in, the itch to travel is hard to ignore. As a public health professional, here are some things I recommend considering before booking travel.
Should You do a Professional Travel Photo Shoot?
Short answer: Yes 🙂 Since we started dating ten years ago, I have made my now-husband a photobook of our year together for every Christmas. Capturing memories through photos and journaling our adventures has always been part of our life. Before it was ‘for the gram’ it was ‘for the book’ 😉 However, in the…
Beach Day Trip from Cartagena: Isla de Tierra Bomba
The first outing of our trip was to one of the many islands off the coast of Cartagena. The beaches in the actual city are not the best and tourists and locals alike will hop on a bevy of boats every morning to the many private beaches on various islands. For most options, you can…
Best AirBnBs in Cartagena
If it isn’t already, you need to put Cartagena on your list. This South American port city is vibrant in every sense of the word. As Colombia has become a popular destination for more than backpackers, AirBnbs have become ubiquitous in this gorgeous coastal city, and I’ve rounded up the best ones in this post….
Travel Tips: Choosing When and Where to Travel
If you’re like me, the list is long but your budget is not unlimited. However, having flexibility with when you go and where can help to keep costs low without sacrificing comfort, privacy, or safety. Below are the things I consider when planning for a trip and some tips for getting the most for your money.