One of my favorite colonial cities in Peru is Arequipa, but I’ve always felt like it gets way less attention than Cusco. Fair enough—Arequipa doesn’t have massive tourist hotspots like Machu Picchu, the Inca Trail, the Sacred Valley, or Rainbow Mountain. But after spending over a week there, I can confidently say that Arequipa is…
Machu Picchu is for sure one of the best things I’ve done in South America, easily a highlight of my time in Peru. I’ve visited twice now, and honestly, my second trip was just as incredible as the first, even though both were completely different experiences. Figuring out how to get to Machu Picchu is…
Visiting Machu Picchu was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for me, until it wasn’t. I actually ended up going again, kind of spontaneously. But I know that for most people, this is a one-and-done trip, which makes picking the best month to travel to Machu Picchu a big deal. And trust me, it matters. You basically get…
Before I headed to Lisbon, I scoured the internet for all the best tips, tricks, cafés—any and everywhere I needed to go. And ooooh, y’all are lucky because I’ve got the goods. After hours of pouring over reel after reel, I created the most epic Lisbon itinerary. This city is magnetic. The golden rooftops, the…
I have a serious soft spot for Latin America, and Peru is easily one of my favorites. One thing I really appreciate about traveling here is that most of the big sights—whether cultural, historical, or natural—still feel well preserved. You don’t get that over-commercialized, tourist-trap vibe with souvenir stands at every corner (well, most of…
Portugal’s capital city, Lisbon, is easily one of my favorite cities in Europe. I first visited back in 2019, when it still felt like a bit of a hidden gem—fast forward to now, and let’s just say the secret is definitely out. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or as part of a full-blown…
I just got back from a long trip to Bali—hanging out, working remotely, you know, the usual. And every time I visit, Ubud still has that magical, jungle-town vibe that makes it such a cool place to explore. But at the same time, there’s so much more popping up every year, and not all of…
I went to New York twice last year for long weekends, once in late summer and again in winter. And, of course, I loved it. But here’s the thing: I’ve been to New York quite a few times now, and every time I try to plan a trip, I end up scrolling through blog posts…
If I had to pick my favorite big city in Europe, it would be London—no question. I’m not saying I’d want to live here forever, but for a trip? Absolutely. I’ve been coming to London for over 10 years now, and it never gets old. The museums (which are free), the historic landmarks, the markets,…
Porto was my first solo travel destination back in 2019, and honestly, I couldn’t have picked a better place to start. The locals were so welcoming that I felt like I had built-in tour guides, and the city’s walkability made it easy to explore without overthinking directions (or having to deal with public transport meltdowns—as…