While I've been lucky enough to avoid certain travel nightmares like being robbed and ending up in the hospital, I've had my fair share of travel mishaps. Something that happens to me on nearly every trip is some sort of illness. It ranges from a quick stomach bug to bizarre allergic reactions. … [Read more...] about My Oddest Travel Ailments
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On Bucket Lists, Goals and Following Through
You've had it on your list for years now. I can't see it on there again! This is the year it's going to happen. This was the conversation with my friend Christine that led to the moment when I signed up for my first half marathon. A crazy life moment slowly occurred as I entered my credit card … [Read more...] about On Bucket Lists, Goals and Following Through
The Best Ways to See Europe
If you're planning your first trip to Europe or your Grand Tour of sorts, you have a lot of options for the best ways to see Europe. Each option benefits a different type of traveler, whether you're traveling alone or with friends, on the cheap or splurging, and planned out or winging it. While … [Read more...] about The Best Ways to See Europe
Hot Air Ballooning with Royal Balloon
My wake up call comes at 5:30 am. I was so excited that I barely slept and I laid out my clothes and camera in advance. I was picked up by the folks of Royal Balloon, where I was served a full breakfast before we headed out to the launch point. There are few experiences I've had that I truly … [Read more...] about Hot Air Ballooning with Royal Balloon
Walking Among Giants in Cappadocia
The Mars-esque landscape of Cappadocia was settled by Hittites and early Christians in the 1800s BC. The unique, and somewhat phallic, rock formations made Cappadocia one of Turkey's top tourist sites, which is actually made up of a handful of towns surrounding the national park. Göreme is … [Read more...] about Walking Among Giants in Cappadocia