A while back, I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend Amanda Martin when she returned from volunteering overseas with the Peace Corps. She spent 27 months in the Philippines. After letting our conversation gather dust for far too long, I have finally put it together to share with you all, along with some of…
Did you know that just over the New York border, there is a delightfully thriving wine country? I had heard rumours of this magical area, but was still surprised at the variety and number of vineyards to be found here. Normally, we think of Italy or California for wines, but I must say that Canada…
Traveling is all about experiencing more of the world, and broadening your horizons both physically and metaphorically. Some of the things I discovered about myself, I wasn’t expecting. After being home, I have spent so much time reminiscing and reflecting on who I am now, versus who I was before I boarded my flight to…
In Boston, there stands a beautiful Christmas tree every year on the Commons. We admire it, perhaps watch the tree-lighting ceremony, and carry on with our holiday errands. But did you know that the tree in Boston is a standing symbol of gratitude and selflessness? It is a memorial to an event in Nova Scotia’s…
Before traveling, I always do a ton of planning and research. Amidst this, I spent a lot of time reading advice from other travelers regarding safety while you adventure. There are some things that a solo traveler needs to be even more mindful of, but most of these tips I’ve compiled are useful for group…
It’s an odd thing. I began this blog with high hopes and aspirations, and full of a gleeful excitement to write and share my stories and adventures and advice. And now…Now, it’s been 6 months since I have posted anything at all. And my last post was mostly an update on my plans. Since June,…
If you’re following my youtube videos, you’ll know that I’m working on a new project centered around budgeting for travel. After several friends asked me about the real cost of travel, I realized this is something that everyone wants to know more about. Specifically, people want to know how much their dream trip is going…
Ciao! I have been terrible at posting lately and for that, I do apologize! Life is slowly getting back to normal for me. I have been back to work full-time for a few months now since my shoulder surgery, catching up on bills and getting back into a good exercise regimen. Everything seems to…
Every single traveler you meet has one very basic thing in common. We all end up with dirty laundry somewhere along the way. If it’s a quick trip, you get to go home and throw it all in the wash when you get home. But what if you’re traveling long term? How do you avoid…
What kind of traveler are you? What are the different kinds, really? Do you fit into one category, or perhaps have you lived in every pair of these proverbial shoes? Originally, I was going to write yet another comparison piece between the term tourist and traveler. This is discussed, debated, and chewed through by most…
Before you get up in arms over the title, give me a moment to explain myself! Regardless of your religious (or non-religious) opinions and beliefs, when you are traveling I beseech you to visit the buildings representing the historical religious beliefs of the place. In Europe, this means visiting churches, and also ancient sites like…
Hey All! Unlike my usual posts, this is just a quick update. One week ago, I had surgery on my shoulder. As such, I won’t be able to do my regular work of massage for some time while I heal up. During the next 2 months, I plan to use this downtime to do a…
Upon returning from a trip, I always look at my home with fresh eyes. Everything seems just a little more interesting and unique. As such, I have decided to start spotlighting local places and businesses, in a series of Hometown Tourist posts. If you are a local, you may know these “hot spots” or…
Earlier this week I posted 10 Tips for Safe Solo Travel (Part one!) with a promise to follow up in a few days. So here it is, ladies and gents–the rest of my safety tips for traveling on your own. As before, please comment if you have any to add, or if you disagree with any of…
“I want to hear all about it” It was lovely. Great. Amazing. Wonderful. It was terrifying, soul-crushing, and eye-opening. Every time someone asks this question, I am stumped. My answers are vague, spewed from a smiling face, and behind my eyes scenes are flashing through my head at lightning speed. I am re-experiencing such unique…
Little Red Roaming 