My Travels
Hidden Treasure In Florence: Handmade Jewelry Worth Searching For
A few months ago, a friend returned home with one of the coolest Florence souvenirs I had ever seen: a 1 Euro coin that had been flattened and pressed into a fleur-de-lis (the symbol of Florence) right in front of her eyes. Immediately, my eyes lit up and I knew I just had to get one…
Read MoreTop 5 Views in Florence (And Where to Find Them!)
Florence is an incredibly picturesque city, and the Italian Renaissance architecture that it is known for is amazing to behold. However, you don’t just have to admire Florence and its landmarks from the ground-there are many viewpoints scattered throughout the city that allow for breathtaking views from above! If you are looking for the perfect…
Read MoreMy ATV (Miss) Adventures in Skopelos, Greece
If getting completely lost while searching for breathtaking views, picturesque movie sets and secluded beaches sounds like your kind of adventure, then be sure to add riding an ATV in Skopelos, Greece to your bucket list. This past weekend, I had the opportunity to do just that, and had one of my most fun adventures…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide To Visiting Pompeii
Pompeii is one of my all time favorite places to visit in Italy. Filled with history, ancient ruins, insanely well-preserved frescoes and mosaics, you’ll feel as though you stepped back in time and wandered into the Roman era. I’ve had the opportunity to visit now over 6 times, and each time have become more and…
Read More50 Travel Tips For Visiting Italy
Visiting a new country, particularly one like Italy where there is so much to see and do, can be quite overwhelming. After 1 year living in Italy, I’ve learned so many tips and tricks on how to take the stress out of traveling here, and I’m so excited to share them with you! Without further…
Read More10 Things To Do In Ljubljana, Slovenia (Plus Day Trips!)
I’ve been obsessed with Slovenia since my first visit to Ljubljana (just a day!) a few months ago, and fell even more in love with this stunning country when I returned and had the opportunity to experience Slovenia’s enchanting countryside. For those looking to find a charming European escape, Slovenia is an idyllic location. When…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide To Visiting Slovenia’s Postojna Cave
In the past 200 years, Slovenia’s Postojna Cave has attracted 36 million visitors from around the world, and after my visit there, its not difficult to see why. Visitors to the country flock to Postojna Cave to see for themselves the natural wonder that lies there, 24 kilometers of incredible stalactites in all different shapes,…
Read MoreLiving Local In Slovenia: What To Do And See In Bela Krajina
During my latest trip to Slovenia, I had the pleasure of staying at Big Berry luxury “glamping” camp in the Bela Krajina region of Slovenia (read all about it here). During my visit, the staff at Big Berry helped plan an incredible itinerary of things to do and see that let me explore Slovenia like…
Read MoreMy Glamping Getaway at Big Berry Luxury Camp, Slovenia
After spending 1 year city-dwelling in Florence, Italy, there is one thing I’ve sorely missed…nature. A midwest girl at heart, I grew up just a short drive away from sprawling fields, farmland, lakes, and greenery as far as the eye can see. This past week, I had the opportunity to visit Big Berry, a luxury…
Read MoreWhy Choosing To Live & Work Abroad After Graduating Was The Best Decision I Ever Made
This is me, almost exactly one year ago from today, just a few days prior to graduation. In the photo, I stand tall, proud, confident, ready to take on the world. In reality, those feelings couldn’t have been further from the truth. Was I proud of graduating? Absolutely. Was I excited to finally be finished…
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