Articles all about my travels and about my experiences living abroad. Articles often include tips, guides, photos, videos, and maps to enhance your travel experience.
Trento might not have been on your radar before, it certainly wasn’t on mine, but it should be. This stunning Alpine influenced city is the perfect escape from the crowded Italian tourist locations, and a great central location to explore north of Lake Garda up to the Dolomites. Trentino is a province of Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol …
With everyone shoving new eco-friendly and green products in your face it just feels like they cost you more money. I want to share 17 sustainability tips that will save you money. Saving money is great for many reasons, but for the wanderlust, it means more travel! If you are new to sustainability and the …
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Velenje, Slovenia is not the first, second, or even third place you consider visiting, but I’m here to tell you that it should be added to your list. Driving back from the Koroška region I noticed a beautiful medieval castle that I never saw before. I checked my map and noticed it was the Velenje …
The most common questions tourists have when coming to Slovenia are probably ‘Can I do a day trip from Ljubljana to Lake Bled?” or “How can I get from Ljubljana to Bled without a car?”. The answers are, yes and easy! Let me show you how! This article will share everything you need to know …
Koroška is the smallest region in Slovenia, along the northern border with Austria and just east of the Karavanke Mountains. It is a forested region with 3 river valleys and the Pohorje Mountains. The incredible team at Discover Koroška planned a perfect day trip for me to explore the region for the first time. They …
The region of Primorska begins in the Julian Alps and covers Western Slovenia to the southern border at the Mediterranean. It might be one of the most diverse areas of Slovenia with so many things to do you can easily spend several weeks in just this region. You can start your morning driving through the Alps …
Suddenly, Jaka and I found ourselves driving through tiny Slovenian Karst towns built of stone. I was nervous that my car would fit between the stone houses that squeezed the road tight. As we drove deeper, ( the streets became narrower and narrower. We started to question if cars were even allowed. After navigating the …
Goriška Brda, or commonly referred to as Brda, is one of the smallest wine-growing regions in Slovenia, but don’t let that fool you. What it lacks in size it offers in quality. In fact, Brda is home to award-winning vineyards like Simičič Marjan and Movia, and also Klet Brda, the largest wine cellar in Slovenia. …
A few weeks ago Jaka surprised me with a little itinerary that he put together (the way to my heart!). It was a day trip from Ljubljana up into the Julian Alps. We explored around Lake Jasna (near Kranjska Gora), drove into Italy to see the Fusine Lakes, and ended the trip back in Slovenia …
Pisa is located in Tuscany, a region in central Italy. The Arno river runs through the city and empties at Marina di Pisa (beach of Pisa). Famous for its Leaning Tower but let me tell you, it has much more to offer. I share some of my favorite things to do in Pisa below. I …
If you are asking yourself “are there beaches near Pisa?” the answer is YES! Marina di Pisa is 12 kilometers from Pisa and is the perfect choice for a relaxing, no-fuss, Tuscan beach escape. I was visiting Pisa for a few days with Travelling Jezebel this past June and we decided to check out some …
Travel is a massively growing industry which is amazing because travel becomes more accessible but it also can negatively impact the environment. I want to share some tips on how to travel more sustainably. Sustainable travel is travel that is mindful of the social, economic, and of course, environmental impacts and reducing negative influences. There …
They looked down at the human poop on the road and back at me. I wanted to die. I saw the look in their eyes. Is this woman insane? Is this hers? How could I explain that no this is not my doing and please don’t make this day any worse. It was not my …
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Dubrovnik has been on my radar far longer than the existence of Game of Thrones. I’ve been daydreaming about seeing the walled Old City from the moment I heard of it and saw pictures. A few years ago, driving to Slovenia from Montenegro I was desperate even to get a glimpse. I had to see …
Are you traveling to Slovenia and looking for day trips from Ljubljana? Look no further! Ljubljana is the perfect place to use as your hub while exploring Slovenia. It sits in the middle of the country with major highways splitting off in different directions, and it also has the best connections for trains and buses. Making …
I never thought I would write these words. I am an award nominee. Me?! And better yet, I am one for photography. I’ve written before about my passion for photography and to be nominated feels like a dream. To see my name next to the other nominees is definitely a good feeling, and certainly helps …
If you are seeking inspiration for your next lunch in Ljubljana then look no further! I am sharing my secrets about my favorite places to enjoy a mid-day meal. All of the restaurants below also offer delivery through Wolt. Use the code 7Q43F for a €5.00 discount off of your first order. The lunch options …
This has not been an easy post to write, but I think it is important to share stories. So many times I go back and forth thinking that my story isn’t worth telling because I still have so many opportunities given to me based on where I was born and what I look like, but …
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