When I see the word “France,” I am immediately transported to the Seine, strolling by the Eiffel Tower, biting into a warm, crispy baguette. I know I’m not alone. After…
I Lived a Real Life “Before Sunrise” and This Is What Happened
“Do you believe in fate?” he asked. “Yes, I think so. I believe in serendipity,” I told him. It was 2am and I was sitting in the dark next to…
Breastfeeding in Public Abroad: What You Should Know
Breastfeeding in public is received differently in spaces around the world. Get insight into one mom’s experiences in Vilnius, Lithuania. Before becoming a mother — and throughout my pregnancy —…
I Spent My 20s as a Touring Musician; Here’s the Most Important Thing I Learned About Self-Care
The most frustrating statement uttered about my life in the music world usually happens right when I’ve just gotten back into town: “Oh my gosh, you just got back from…
5 December Holidays Around the World (That Aren’t Christmas)
In my hometown of Chicago, Illinois, Halloween decorations switch to Christmas trinkets in early November. By December, the holidays are all anyone can think about! But everyone celebrates them differently,…
Know Before You Go: Greece’s Financial Crisis
The locals still benefit from your patronage. Image by Flickr user Atli Haroarson. Greece easily ticks off all the boxes for a fantastic vacation spot — gorgeous islands, rich culture,…
Try Laughter Yoga for Language-Free Bliss
Go ahead, make silly faces! You’ll feel better! Image by Flickr user Matthew Grapengieser. For a social activity that doesn’t require knowing the local language, try heading to a laughter…
When Place Meets Plot: 5 Pop Culture Travel Destinations
Dubrovnik, Croatia (real-life location of Game of Thrones‘ Kings Landing ) — example of a must-see pop culture destination. Image courtesy of Kayti Burt. I spend a fair amount of time…
Welcome to Slow Travel Propaganda
Driving through Armenia. Image by Polly Barks. We’re pleased to debut the fresh voices of the second cohort of the Go Girl Blogging Program! Stay tuned for new articles from new…
5 Female-Centric Travel Movies That Get It Right (and How)
A good travel movie can take you away. Image from Pixabay. As a pre-jetsetter kid and teenager, many of my assumptions about what a travel experience would be like were…
4 Tips for Nakedness in a Czech Spa
How do you feel about public nakedness? Image from pixabay.com. The dimmed light reflected off the dark blue tiles of the spa hallways, making it too dark to be humiliating…
Can I Really Be a Traveling Freelancer? Tips for Success — Part 2
Are you prepared to freelance while traveling? Here are some tips. Image by Flickr user markus spike. As a professional freelancer, I spend a lot of time thinking about the structure of…
Thick and Thin: A Foray Into Europe’s Slimmest Country
Everyone loves good food, no matter their size. Image courtesy of Andrew Smith. I was a bit nervous about my trip to Paris. Not only is France known for having the…
Freebies and Ice Cream: How to Choose (and Make) the Best Travel Souvenirs
Not all travel souvenirs are created equally. But how to choose the best one? Image by Kayti Burt. Confession: I’m not very good at buying travel souvenirs. Not only do…
Camping, Condoms, Dirndls: 7 Oktoberfest Tips for Newbies
Samantha (center) and her flat mates at Oktoberfest! Image courtesy of Samantha Marangell. The trip started out as chaotic as it would end, complete with sleeping on floors, missed connections,…