The Best Things to Eat and Drink in Montreal (That Aren’t Donuts)
Montreal is the perfect place to wander, eat, and drink. Three of my favorite things! And while I did eat a decent amount of donuts, for those of you who don’t have a sweet tooth, here are…
Why Montreal is Perfect for a Non-Beach Memorial Day Weekend Escape
The closest I ever got to being a beach bum was the two relaxing days I spent on the blissful beach in Manuel Antonio, having just escaped one of the grayest, most brutal winters New York has…
Wonder at the Mosques in Istanbul
One of the things I adore most about Istanbul is its skyline. The waves of houses rising above the Bosphorus, the domes of the mosques, the spires of the minarets poking the sky. If there’s a view…
Exploring Romanian Castles
I’m not that great at pre-trip research. Even though we had two Romanian castles on our itinerary, I was only vaguely aware of them, knowing that one is considered ‘Dracula’s Castle.’ And true, these Romanian castles might not…
Why Visit Transylvania? Postcards from Romania
Looking through my photos of Transylvania for my recent post on Romania’s medieval towns, I found myself lingering over the pictures of the countryside, sighing as I remembered green fields, big skies, and the charm of Transylvania’s rustic…
Discovering Medieval Transylvania
When we arrived in Romania I wary it was going to be a re-do of Bulgaria, but the electricity of Bucharest reenergized me and reminded me not to be so quick to compare countries, not even neighbors.…
Skimming Along the Bulgarian Black Sea
If you’re expecting the Bulgarian Black Sea to actually be an inky midnight color, you’re going to be disappointed. But, on the other hand, if you’re looking for shockingly turquoise waters, soaring rust-colored cliffs, and luxury beach resorts hosting…
Sofia’s Second Chance
I was not in a good mood when my aunt and I landed in Sofia, and the rain didn’t help. We had just said goodbye to vibrant Istanbul, a place that had completely enveloped me, and leaving after…
The Classic and Quirky of New Orleans
I’ve always sworn up and down that only place in the US I could enjoy living is New York. Even when I considered moving to LA it was with my hands over my eyes. But ten minutes…
Trying to Eat All the Food in New Orleans
I’ve come a long way eating bagged mini-cinnamon rolls on Prague’s St. Charles Bridge. Of course, not every meal while traveling is a win and some culinary experiences I choose to skip all together (sorry, haggis. Maybe next…
