I am an advocate for independent travel, but sometimes it's best to leave the planning to the experts. This was the case on my trip to South Africa. I knew I wanted to do a safari of some sort but after pricing and looking at the logistics of hiring a car by myself, I decided to go with an organized … [Read more...] about Traveling with Acacia Africa
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Behind the Curtain: October 2019
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 2019
Caroline in the City Guide to Richmond
Richmond, Virginia is the capital of the state and is one of the South's most underrated destinations, especially for foodies. The city has deep ties to American history, including the early days of the nation and the Civil War. It's close to other destinations like Washington DC, Charlottesville, … [Read more...] about Caroline in the City Guide to Richmond
10 Things I Learned in Therapy
It's been over a year since I started seeing a therapist. It's something I thought about for a long time before I sought help. When I approached my 30th birthday, I realized that my way of doing things wasn't working anymore. I'd been ignoring issues for way too long because of the stigma of therapy … [Read more...] about 10 Things I Learned in Therapy
My Craziest Hostel Stories
I've now been backpacking around the world and staying in hostels since I was 19. They've come in all varieties from luxe ones with fast WiFi and a coffee shop to run-down and inhabited by thrifty locals. They've been in big cities like London and Sydney as well as remote villages. I've been … [Read more...] about My Craziest Hostel Stories