Philadelphia's Magic Gardens. August 2019. I've been doing a lot of reflecting lately. Reflecting on my past, on my present, on my future. Reflecting on my travels, reflecting on being home. Reflecting on making a new home. Picture the conversation. I'm pretty sure most people have had it in one way or another: "Don't worry,... Continue Reading →
Shout out to the lovely couple who took this picture of me. It's one of my favorites. Solo travel has really made its way into my life in the past few years, whether by choice or simply because I can't find someone to join me on my latest (often semi-spontaneously planned) adventure. From my first... Continue Reading →
San Marino, the country in the clouds. The micro nation is world renowned for one thing and one thing only: beautiful views. That view should be behind me. As I scrolled through lists of places to visit in Italy, attempting to find a day trip for my dad and I to go on when he... Continue Reading →
Barcelona quickly stole our hearts. We only planned for two full days in the city before moving on to Paris. While it was "enough" to see the major sites, I recommend staying at least three days. Allow yourself to be immersed by the laid back attitude instead of running off from destination to destination like... Continue Reading →
Within the past four days, I have been in three different countries: Italy, Spain, and France. Prior to studying abroad in Italy, I had very minimal Italian skills. I tried to use Duolingo, but wasn't diligent. Had I been consistent, it would have taught me so much. That being said, I've been trying to speak... Continue Reading →
