Glasgow was a long awaited destination on my travel list ever since I watched Anthony Bourdain eat his way through the industrial city. As luck would have it, I was meeting an old friend my first day in Glasgow. Bryan was one of my counselors at Camp Eberhart. We had kept in touch over Facebook…
J’adore Paris in the Summertime
In High School, I took French as my second language. I only loved it because when I was a little girl, I was obsessed with Madeline and dreamed of visiting Paris. Well, four years later after focusing on my Italian, I could only say possibly three things in French. The struggle was real people. This…
Why You Must Visit Amsterdam
I Love Amsterdam With the end of my European tour approaching one of it’s final destinations, I learned that Amsterdam is a city full of art, character, and bikes. My hotel was located right in the center of town, near the red light district, with easy access to all the museums and restaurants. Amsterdam quickly…
11 Ways to Be a Galway Girl
The Luck of the Irish Ireland has been on our family bucket list for a long time and luckily we were able to squeeze it in at the end of our trip. With this being one of the final destinations on my trip, I was exhausted. I slept for most of the time in the…
Driving on the Other Side of the Road
Driving Through Scotland I woke up this morning with so much hurt and worry in my heart. I did not know what the day would hold and I was doubting my capabilities. I would be driving from Edinburgh to Inverness today, on the opposite side of the road. It can be very intimidating. I wasn’t…
Sunday Funday in Saugatuck, Michigan
There is something special about the beginning of fall in western Michigan. The leaves begin to change to warmer colors, the air is crisper and the wine is fresh off the vine. On this beautiful Sunday, David and I slept in. We were at the Notre Dame vs. Michigan State game the night before and…
How I Stay Safe When Traveling Solo
I am not going to lie, I have had my iffy moments while traveling solo. I have gotten lost and had to turn on my phone data to find my way home. Been approached by a creepy Italian man, asked to dinner and then found myself 2 hours away from my hotel. I have walked…
Why Solo Travel is Important
Traveling alone can be intimidating and a little bit frightening. There are several fears that can run through your head: What if I get jumped in an alley, lose my luggage or get lost? These are the thoughts that run through my head, but solo travel is a great learning experience everyone should experience. You…
6 Italian Phrases to Know Before Visiting Italy
If you are planning a trip to Italy, here are a few Italian phrases and worlds to know that will make you sound like a native. Don’t be afraid to use them and remember to roll your R’s: Permesso (Purr-meh-ess-ohh) This word is great for when you are in a crowd of people and need…
3 Days on the Isle of Skye
Over the Sea to Skye The Isle of Skye is about a 2 and a half hour drive from Inverness. The roads are tight and winding. I passed by Loch Ness, mountains and fields of green on the way north. I stopped along the road several times to take photos and relax. Check out my…