Why I Don’t Count Countries
This is a question I see often from the travel groups I’m in. Someone will post “How many countries have you visited?” and piles of ladies respond with their numbers. Then there will be a debate about what counts and what doesn’t. Questions like, “Do you count it if you didn’t leave the airport?” run […]
Continue readingHow We Connect Matters
Have you ever spent time with someone and when you went your separate ways felt like you didn’t know any more about them than when the conversation started? I know I have! Confession: I despise small talk! If I’m going to spend my time connecting with someone, I want to really get to know them. […]
Continue readingWhat’s Next? A Sisterhood of Soulful Explorers
In the last two weeks I discovered this new thing, which I am now completely in love with and totally didn’t even know I was missing… Community! I spent four days at The Everything Conference in the company of nearly 100 like-minded individuals who were open, accepting, vulnerable, intelligent, and basically just full of […]
Continue readingSolo Travel: Finding Confidence in Great Basin National Park
…and we’re back! Last week I went on my very first solo camping trip in the US! Great Basin National Park is less than a four hour drive from home (Salt Lake City), and I needed a little getaway in Nature to clear my head so I can start this next chapter off right. I’ve […]
Continue readingTravel Inspiration: Lessons from the Norwegian Fjords
One of the sneaky side benefits of independent travel is the insights and lessons I learn from my surroundings. During my recent trip to Norway with my super awesome mom, we had three days on a ferry from Bergen to the Lofoten Islands. There wasn’t much to do on the ship so the majority of […]
Continue readingThe Two Journeys of Independent Travel
When it comes to independent travel, there’s much to do when planning your trip – flights, accommodations, transportation, attractions, etc. All of these pieces are necessary to be sure things go smoothly and you have a great time! There’s a second part of the trip that no one really talks about or prepares you for, […]
Continue readingTravelogue: Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Hey, friends! Since I’m asking you to let me help with your independent travel, I think it’s important to share some of my own travel stories with you. I want you to understand how I see the world and the kinds of experiences I focus on when planning trips! I’m currently traveling through London and […]
Continue readingHow I Fell In Love With Independent Travel
I’ve spent the majority of my time with you talking about how to travel, but I think it’s important for you to also know why I want to help you see the world. Independent travel is so gratifying, but it took a lot of learning and various travel experiences for me to really become an […]
Continue readingGetting Off the Beaten Path
One of the questions I’m often asked is, “How do I find the really cool places and experiences that may not be in the guidebook?” If you’re somewhere brand new, this can take many different forms, from restaurants where the locals eat to small community markets and events. Here are my top ways to venture […]
Continue readingMemorial Weekend Travel Challenge
Happy Memorial Weekend, friends! How many of you are getting out and seeing something new? You probably don’t even have to leave your neighborhood. Go try the coffee shop you’ve never visited or the restaurant you’ve been meaning to try! This is my challenge for you this weekend: go do something new or visit a […]
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