Ireland tends to steal a lot of the spotlight when it comes to tourism; however, Northern Ireland is an exquisitely fascinating travel destination of its own right.
Read MoreTop Five Reasons to Discover Northern Ireland
Cult Classic is a Twisted (and accurate) Modern Love Story
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I hated the main character. Until I realized she was me.
Read MoreNew Article for Matador Network
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Happy to share that I have a new article published with Matador about the out-of-this-world kayaking opportunities in Michigan. Always a pleasure to write for Matador, particularly about one of my favorite states!
Read the full article here: https://matadornetwork.com/read/kayaking-in-michigan/
How to Maintain a Healthy Relationship While Traveling
Traveling with a partner can be a rewarding experience that creates lifelong memories and can even make your relationship stronger — that is, if you don’t totally screw it up before you’ve even left the airport. When done wrong, traveling as a couple can be a rough ride and potentially destroy the relationship by the time you circle back home. In order to dodge avoidable mistakes (and mutual outbursts of tears in front of tourist attractions) Check out my latest post on Matador Network for some strategies to help keep your relationship healthy while on the road.
Visiting Cades Cove, TN
Usually I try to steer clear of the tourist hubs, but Cades Cove holds a special place in my heart - I grew up visiting almost every year, and it always felt like a magical place due to the well-preserved cabins, grist mill, and barns. Despite its popularity, you can still visit Cades Cove and feel like you're stepping back in time.
Read MoreA Quick and Dirty Guide to Interning in Geneva
Dreams, however, often come with price tags. Swarms of interns flock to Geneva, especially during the summer. Though many of these interns would describe their experiences as priceless, an equal number reflect on being shocked by the price tag involved in living and working in one of the most expensive cities in the world.
Read MoreExploring Jewish Life in Curaçao
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I recently learned that the oldest synagogue in continuous use in the Western Hemisphere is located in…Willemstad, Curaçao.
Read MoreQuiet Kind of Reads: Toxic Masculinity Ruins the Apocalypse Again
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“I remember now that my father once said that great events have a way of happening uneventfully.”
Read MoreMy Favorite Part of Visiting Reykjavik? A Feminist Walking Tour
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A lot of people ask what the point of a feminist walking tour is (some people ask more politely than others…).
Read MoreHyperion Espresso - Quintessentially Fredericksburg
What kind of University of Mary Washington alumna would I be if I didn’t post about Hyperion? Don’t be ridiculous.
Read MoreTen Steps to a Non-Touristy Venetian Vacation
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#10: Don’t try to hold an entire conversation in Italian if the only words you know are “Ciao bella” and “spaghetti.”
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Rome - Minus the Tourists
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Believe it or not, it is possible to visit the Eternal City without eternally rubbing elbows with other sweaty tourists. It just takes a little extra creativity.
Read MoreCastles of Bellinzona
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I chose Bellinzona to visit, primarily for one reason: CASTLES. Despite its small size, Bellinzona boasts not one, not two, but THREE medieval castles. In fact, these castles are the only remaining example of late medieval military architecture in the Alps, so that whole area has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Read More5 Reasons Chincoteague is the Vacation Your Inner Child Needs
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Looking for a low-key summer vacation? Forget the big name beaches - head straight to Virginia's Eastern Shore to explore Chincoteague.
Read MoreBeautifully Bookish St. Gallen
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St. Gallen is a place best for wandering and exploring the many hidden juxtapositions of a historic centre clashing up against a thriving university.
Read MoreAsheville for All
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Asheville, NC is by no means “a hidden gem” - it’s been a tourist destination since the 1880s, when that pesky Civil War calmed down and trains became the hot new thing. In 1889 William Vanderbilt built Biltmore (tongue-twister, much?), an extravagant mansion that remains the largest private residence ever built in the United States and is now a fancy hotel with grounds open to the public (for a price).
Read MoreThe Feminist Tour of London
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Our tour was based around female statues in London, but once we arrived at each landmark we were treated to a mini history class about the subject, time period, political happenings, and so on. I consider myself fairly well-read on feminist issues and found myself learning so many new things.
Read MoreAvoiding the Voluntourism Trap
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With a compassionate heart and a critical mind, your experience will surely be eye-opening and educational.
Read MoreWhy It's Important to Visit Farmer's Markets While Traveling
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Knowing very little German, I managed to grunt and point eloquently enough to pick out a small apple cake, some currants, and a hunk of gooey cheese and a baguette. I sat by the river to eat my humble lunch, letting my feet enjoy the rest while I people-watched and enjoyed the still-heating sun.
Read MoreA Beginner's Guide to Pike Place Market
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What started as a humble public food market has grown into a must-see tourist attraction in the heart of downtown Seattle. Pike Place Market, opened on August 17, 1907 is the oldest continuously running farmer's market in the US, and currently attracts around 10 million visitors a year. And boy, can you tell.
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