As I sit down to write this, I’m staring into the face of my 30th birthday in less than eight hours. I just returned from visiting Egypt this week, which marked the 30th country I’ve ever visited. I honestly can’t believe I can say that! After all, I didn’t start traveling until my early 20’s. […]

Do you ever feel like you need a break from the noise and stress of everyday life? If so, Palm Springs may be the perfect destination for your next wellness getaway. With its natural beauty, mild climate, and wide range of wellness-focused activities and accommodations, Palm Springs offers everything you need to relax and rejuvenate. This […]

When most people think about vegans, they think of a diet devoid of all animal products and, therefore, protein. When I personally began the shift to a more plant-based and vegan way of eating, I was frequently questioned about where I got my protein. However, there are many ways to include plant-based proteins in a […]

Yup, you read that right. I accidentally visited a country during one of the most popular national celebrations of the year. The Lantern Festival in Taiwan is known worldwide and is visited by thousands of tourists every year. You can call it fate or just sheer dumb luck. But my brief visit to Taiwan was […]

Red-eye flights are my favorite way to travel. It wasn’t always, though. I often booked red-eye flights because of their endearing price point. Still, I found myself actually dreading the flight when it finally arrived. After several years of travel, I’ve figured out how to make the experience less daunting. And now, I find red-eye […]

My tour group and I first arrived in Aguas Calientes after spending all day hiking the beautiful Inca Trail. This small town oasis was indeed a breath of fresh air. The massive Alcamayo river flowing, shops hustling and bustling, and the smell of fresh pizza from the restaurants was illuminating. Little did we know what […]

Have you ever felt like you struggle with balancing all the indulgences and stress on the body while staying healthy (and regular, if you catch my drift) while traveling? It’s no surprise that our gut health changes while on vacation. Suddenly, we’re in a new environment, open to different habits, trying new things, and tossing […]

Traditional Peruvian ceviche is a super delicious, raw fish dish that lands itself on the “must-try” list when visiting Peru. I first dined on Peruvian ceviche while in Lima, which was my first destination while visiting Peru. I had heard rumors of this special dish and was super excited to give it a try. It […]

At the beginning of my Peruvian Highlights Tour, I was asked what activity I was most excited about doing. My answer was simple. Hiking the Incan Trail aside, I was most excited about staying in a jungle lodge while visiting the Amazon. This is something that’s been on my travel bucket list for years! I’ve […]