The light of the morning sun wakes us up as it pours in through the open window, warming the chill, crisp air. We throw off the quilted comforter, dress, and head out onto the cobblestone streets in search of the…
One Day in Trogir, Croatia’s “Stone Beauty”
Trogir, nicknamed the “Stone Beauty” (also lovingly called “Little Venice”), is a historic harbor town on Croatia’s winding Dalmatian coast. A UNESCO World Heritage site, this gorgeous seaside city is considered to be one of the best preserved medieval towns in…
Our Whimsical, Botanical, Nature-Inspired Wedding in Austin TX
Surprise – I’m a wedding blogger now!!! Hah, only joking, but I am taking a break from the usual travel talk to share some stories and photos from my April 9th wedding in Austin, TX (and I couldn’t resist the opportunity to…
Our Quest for the Iron Throne: Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Real Life
Let it be known that I am a HUUUUGE fantasy nerd. I grew up waiting for my Hogwarts letter to arrive until far too old of an age (…like, I’m kind of still waiting) and dreaming of exploring Middle Earth and…
Ravishing, Romantic Rovinj: The Jewel of the Adriatic
Dubrovnik, Croatia has long been called the “pearl of the Adriatic,” and it’s not hard to see why: the charming coastal city’s smooth marble streets and old stone buildings practically sparkle under the Mediterranean sun. But if Dubrovnik is the…
The Charming Hilltop Towns of Green Istria, Croatia
Motovun. Završje. Grožnjan. Not only are these names a mouthful, they’re also a relatively uncommon find on the typical traveler’s Croatian itinerary. Most every visitor to Croatia has Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice, and probably Korcula and/or Hvar on their “must see” list. But…
Monthly Recap: April 2017 + Exciting News!
I know, I know – I NEVER write a monthly recap unless I’m on an extended trip with a lot of constant updates and exciting stories to share (…Why? Mostly because my day-to-day life isn’t really exciting enough for a…
High in the Mountains of Colombia: A Stay at Casa Elemento
From the moment I stepped foot onto Casa Elemento’s grounds, it was clear that I had arrived in a uniquely special place. It had been quite the journey to get there – a bus from Palomino to Santa Marta, a…
2 Perfect Days in Denver in the Winter [Day 2]
I’ve already shared Part One of my “2 Perfect Days in Denver in the Winter” itinerary, which was filled with plenty of indulgent food, craft beer, architecture, and urban sightseeing, in true Denver fashion. Part Two, on the other hand,…
2 Perfect Days in Denver in the Winter [Day 1]
Denver had been high on my U.S. bucket list for a loooong time, particularly after I learned that it was only 2.5 hours away from Houston by plane. So when Derek and I spotted a great non-stop flight deal earlier…
