The hills are alive... with the sound of music! While you won’t encounter many locals raving about this classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical, the vast majority of tourists to Salzburg will be! Growing up with a mom who is absolutely enamored by the musical retelling of the Von Trapp family story, I’ve always dreamed of seeing the places from that timeless and classic film. In the summer of 2012, I was fortunate enough to visit…
While Tanzania may not be your typical honeymoon destination, that's where my husband and I headed in January 2015! This trip combined an African Safari with beach time on the spice island of Zanzibar. We planned the trip independently, but our safari company helped! This schedule was perfect, allowing us to get a taste of the diversity Tanzania offers. Here is our Tanzania itinerary: [gallery type="circle" link="none" ids="2175,2213,2142"] All photos were taken by either myself…
The Indonesian island of Bali is a timeless travel destination that offers enough activities, sightseeing and relaxation to last a lifetime. There are many unique excursions and sights you just won’t find anywhere else. This fascinating island in Indonesia will enchant you- and I think you'll see why. Check out a list of the top 10 activities to do in Bali, according to a local: [gallery type="circle" link="none" ids="2083,2094,2092"] Activity #1: Mount Batur To experience the spectacular beauty…
Paris is fantastic, but that's nothing new. People have been saying it for years. Everyone has their own sentiments attached to the city of light, and it’s big enough to have something for everyone. Whether you’re visiting for the food, the art, the history, or the culture, you won’t be disappointed. In college, I did a ten day backpacking trip to Paris, Normandy, and London. During our time in Paris, here is how we saw…
In the summer heat of July, my family decided to go on a Utah road trip vacation. We wanted to mix in overnight camping/backpacking with staying in hotels, so we flew out, rented a car, and explored the wild west! This is our 2 week itinerary. It required a lot of driving, but it is all incredibly scenic- and we were able to see all of Utah’s MIGHTY FIVE on our road trip! Day 1:…
I’ve been to many places around the world, and in all sincerity, Cuzco is one of my favorites. Maybe it’s the Spanish teacher and history lover in me, but I don’t think that’s all there is to it. Cuzco is truly unique, and has such a compelling and unparalleled history. It combines the ancient with the new in a way I’ve never seen elsewhere. The indigenous cultures blend together in the city’s art and history,…
Madrid - Spain’s capital city. Located in the direct center of the country, this city draws millions of tourists each year. While it is admittedly not my favorite city in Spain (I feel it lacks some of the charm and character that most Spanish cities have), it is still a great place that is worth visiting! I have been there several times, and for a few of my visits I’ve had only 1 day to…
Greece is a country on every traveler’s radar- and for good reason. The photos don’t lie. It really is THAT beautiful. Once you’ve made the decision to go, trying to fit it all in on a budget can be tricky. While many people go to Greece on an organized tour or with a cruise, we chose to do it solo. There are of course pros and cons to each style, but this independent trip let…
Everyone has a dream- a vision for their life. Some dream of success in a certain career path, succeeding with their talents, achieving recognition from their peers. Others dream of finding true love, getting married, or starting a family. Some dream of obtaining degrees, of acquiring knowledge and wisdom. Some seek fame, some seek fortune. All of these dreams- while different in their specifics- are equally beautiful. All of these dreams require work. All of…
Do you live happily in the Greater Cincinnati area, but sometimes just want to break free? Are you a Northern Kentuckian who wants something to do on the weekends besides playing corn-hole, or seeing people you went to grade-school with? Are you tired of people telling you that the only things to do for fun in the area involve chili, sports, ice-cream, or visiting a park? If any of the above statements apply, this is…
