Described by the brochures as the "poor man's Galapagos," Paracas, Peru is an easy stopover for travelers heading north to Lima. Not quite ready to head back to the capital, I stayed for a day with my new travel friends to see what it was all about. We arrived around dinnertime, quickly stashing … [Read more...] about The Coastal Paradise of Paracas
Behind the Curtain: October 2018
I’ve come to look forward to these monthly posts about what I’m into beyond travel because there’s so much more to my life than where I go, despite the fact that it’s something I love. It’s funny how many people respond with their obsessions or agree with mine! As with last month, I’m sharing the … [Read more...] about Behind the Curtain: October 2018
Where I Slept in Peru
I had a few places mapped out before going to Peru, but otherwise played it entirely by ear. The only place booked in advance was my first few nights in Cusco, just to be on the safe side. I ended up staying mostly in hostels because they were the drop off points for the Peru Hop buses and … [Read more...] about Where I Slept in Peru
What No One Tells You About Writing a Book
I've mentioned it a few times in blog posts over the last year or so and I can finally talk about it. I wrote a book and it's out now! This Is My South: The Essential Travel Guide to the Southern States is the culmination of years of work, inspired by the region I grew up in and have written about … [Read more...] about What No One Tells You About Writing a Book
Vignettes of Travel Friendships
We've just met 24 hours ago, but it feels like decades. This group of people from all corners of the globe have become my immediate friends. We sit around sharing stories from our travels. And despite not knowing each other's last names, birthdays, or childhood pets, we connect with our shared … [Read more...] about Vignettes of Travel Friendships