After three weeks in Salta, Argentina, I’ve got the low down for you on all the FAQs that usually come up. I’ve designed these travel tips to be...
Salta, Argentina, in the far north of the country is a relaxed, safe, colonial town that felt surprisingly homey. I walked most places and felt welcomed at...
My Favorite Travel Experiences of 2017
January 23
I was all over the place this year. Literally. I kicked January off with a trip to the Middle East, wined and dined in France and Georgia (the country not the...
Twelve years ago in Moscow I sat inside a restaurant that resembled a small village. Slatted bridges curved up over a stream, and wooden awnings protected...
Two years ago I lived in Paris for the month of July while going to the Paris Writing Academy. I rented an apartment in the 5th arrondissment (or, borough)...
From Montreal and beyond, how to plan a road trip across eastern Canada.
Get to Know Your Greek Food
August 2
Heading to Greece (or a Greek restaurant) for the first time? New to Greek Food? Here’s a quick rundown on a handful of the most popular dishes you’ll come...
Your guide to all the best restaurants and eats throughout Santorini, Greece...
Is Pest Best? Things to Do in Budapest
January 23
Buda or Pest? Buda, hilly and regal, provides a spectacular backdrop for walks along the Danube. On the Buda side, the golden Castle glows like a crown on the...
What to Pack in a Travel First Aid Kit
January 20
I never unpack. Not fully. Because I travel so often, this is one of my travel hacks to cut down on preparing for a trip. Among the bags that stay packed, I...
When I was 21, one of my best friends moved from St. Louis, Missouri to Austin, Texas. After my first to Hamilton Pool, Sixth Street and eating burritos the...
“I love this flight!” Doug, our guide, pats his pocket. “I don’t have to check my Swiss Army knife AND we get to drive right up to the...