Capturing the essence of places around the world and giving great recommendations along the way
There is subjectivity in labeling a city as a food capital. If you research the food capital of Europe, there is no common consensus. Of course, the cozy osterias of Rome and the allure of Paris's Michelin stars are not without merit, but after going on a top-rated food tour in San Sebastian, I'd have [...]
Located in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains and with a population of about 75 people, Oto is a desolate village where crumbling medieval stone is an unforgettable ode to the past. Besides the occasional hiker or local, Oto has a palpable stillness that allows for retrospection, giving it the quality of being held in [...]
Mallorca has many beaches, towns, and coves (known as "Calas"), and it can be overwhelming to pick where to stay. If you want access to affordable rentals, fewer crowds, fantastic restaurants, and stunning scenery, then Cala Santanyí might be the perfect place for you to spend your Mallorca vacation. I stayed in Cala Santanyí with [...]
The waves of the narrow cove quietly lapped onto the shore as the twilight deepened and dotted itself with stars. My sister and I sat in the sand on the water's edge with a bottle of shimmering white wine between us. The combination of a stomach filled with delicious paella and the light buzz from [...]
Andalucía is known for its “pueblos blancos,” or white towns, that crown the small mountains of the region and cascade down their slopes. However, there is one town that breaks the status quo by hiding itself in between the cliffs. The town, named Setenil de las Bodegas, has morphed itself within the fortitude of the [...]
I have traveled to Madrid many times, and gradually, it has become one of my favorite cities. I'm always enthralled by its vibrancy and refined flair. Its puzzling narrow streets, vintage architecture, lush parks, and impressive art are easy to love. Still, I've also fallen in love with the heart and soul of the city [...]
*This posts contains some affiliate links* Now that I am home from holiday travel and diving into the new year, I’ve been able to spend some time reflecting on the beautiful places I visited last year. With restrictions to travel being (essentially) lifted, I checked many destinations off my bucket list by visiting 9 countries. [...]
After going to Paris and Barcelona for the holidays, my husband and I told ourselves that we were done with trips for a while. However, when we found out he had a 4-day weekend, we naturally had to take advantage of it, and decided to spend a weekend in Valencia. We knew we wanted to [...]
To start off 2022 for the New Year’s holiday, my husband and I decided to go to Barcelona. I had been to Barcelona over the summer with my sister and absolutely loved it, so I was excited to go back. I find Barcelona to be a relaxing place that can feel homey, even to outsiders. [...]
