As I sit down to write this year's birthday post, I can't believe how long I've been making these lists. My very first one was when I was on the cusp of turning 23, which seems like a lifetime ago now. I was living in Australia with my then-boyfriend. This year, I celebrate 29 from a resort in San … [Read more...] about 30 Things to Do Before Turning 30
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In Search of the Good Life in Eilat
"It's Always Sunny in Eilat," read the promotional brochures. Before booking my trip to Israel, seeing the Red Sea had always been a dream, but I couldn't explain why. Maybe it's the biodiversity or the fact that it borders multiple countries. I'd never heard of Eilat before I signed up for a … [Read more...] about In Search of the Good Life in Eilat
A Quirky Stay at Madonna Inn
Have you ever booked a hotel stay based on pictures alone? Blog posts and Instagrams from friends and another personal recommendation from a former local led to adding Madonna Inn to my Pacific Coast Highway itinerary. I didn't have the sunny weather that I'd seen captured before, but … [Read more...] about A Quirky Stay at Madonna Inn
Behind the Curtain: June 2017
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: June 2017
Photo Essay: Tel Aviv Street Art
If you've been reading this site for a while, you'll know that I'm a big fan of street art. It's something I seek out everywhere I go and I've been surprised at where I've found it. So when I booked my trip to Tel Aviv and saw there was a street art tour, I immediately booked a spot. Best of all, it … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Tel Aviv Street Art