Traveling through Norway in Style
There are countless ways to travel through Norway and after partaking in almost every mode myself, here are a few recommendations of how to get around in style. The Rauma Railway – where modernity and mountains meet These two-wagon trains have a modern design and comfortable seating, which is always a plus. While locals do
5 Underrated New York Neighborhoods
Every once in awhile I feel especially inspired to write about my home away from travel. That would be New York City, where I’ve been based for just over three years now. I’ve lived in a few different neighborhoods but some of my favorite NYC spots are rather underrated, even among locals. Here are 5
The Mighty Fjords in Photos
It’s hard to describe in words just how inspired I felt during my recent trip to Norway. Surrounded by varying landscapes in every direction, clear air and refreshing sounds of nature, my mind and body fell effortlessly into a bohemian balace as I made my way along the Norwegian fjords. Here are a few photo
Bumming Around Bergen
I’m a city girl at heart so when I arrived in bohemian Bergen for my last two days in Norway I set off to explore this avant-garde city rich in both historical significance and cultural flair. In a nutshell, Bergen is most well-known for Bryggen, the old wharf consisting of a series of Hanseatic wooden
There’s No Place Like Norway
There’s no place like home. Dorothy’s famous words in the Wizard of Oz have a bit to do with the title of this post. While Norway is not technically my home, it sure feels like it. It’s hard to believe that just a few months ago I was braving the beautiful snowy weather of Lillehammer,
Tips for First-Time Couch Surfing
This is a guest post from Sonia Jeffers. I’m sure most people have heard about the concept of couchsurfing but for those who haven’t, the basic idea is “pay it forward”. You let a stranger sleep on your couch and one day when you decide to travel, someone does the same for you. Couchsurfing describes
A Guide to the Best Berlin Neighborhoods
Berlin is an endless blur of inspiration. From trendy Mitte to the hipster haven that is Kreuzberg, here are five of my favorite Berlin neighborhoods to appeal to the avant-garde traveler. If these districts don’t spark your interest, I’ve included a couple other areas that are also worth exploring when trying to decide where to
Gardens, Goats and Great Views
California is almost synonymous with scenic viewpoints, perfect weather and lots of recreational activities. Here are a few photo highlights of my trip through San Mateo County/Silicon Valley. A walk through Filoli Mansion & Gardens An outdoor garden view of Thomas Fogarty Winery & Vineyard Making new friends at Harley Farms Time for a close-up
Highlights from Scenic Silicon Valley
It’s been awhile since I last traveled through the West Coast but after my recent California trip courtesy of the San Mateo County/Silicon Valley CVB, my memory is refreshed. Combining both adventure and cuisine, my days in San Mateo County were short but very sweet. From kayaking along Half Moon Bay to petting goats at a
Day Tripping to Grenoble
One of the many perks about traveling in Europe is the accessibility of trains. After a few blissful days in Paris, my boyfriend and I decided to take a short and sweet detour to Grenoble. The southeastern French city is as picturesque as a postcard. Reminding me of South American landscape, seeing the mountains peeking
