I knew at the end of 2018 that I was going to make a big change at the start of 2019. In January I quit …
US Roadtrip – My Solo Cross-Country Drive
Wanderlust
2018 Travel Recap
2018 was a trying year, both personally and professionally, that caused a lot of stress and anxiety. When I feel this way, the best way …
Letting the Good Times Roll in New Orleans
When I moved to the South, I had a list of places I wanted to visit, and naturally New Orleans was on the top of …
Searching for Alligators at Honey Island Swamp
Before my trip to New Orleans, I had seen wild alligators twice in my life – once at Hilton Head Island and once in Charleston, …
A Relaxing Spa Weekend…in Arkansas?!
I’ll be honest – Arkansas has never been at the top of my must-visit list. Sure, I’ve seen pictures of the rich green Ozark Mountains, …
The Colors of Charleston
I have a terrible habit of falling in love with every city I visit. I think it’s because I grew up in a small mountain …
Swimming with Manatees in Florida
Manatees. Sea Cows. The ocean’s gentle giants. No matter what you call them, they are magnificent creatures. I have been fascinated by manatees for so …
An Afternoon at Niagara Falls
On my first trip to the state of New York, I somehow managed to miss the main attraction – New York City – but since …
Spending a Quick Weekend in Guilin, China
In the province of Guangxi, north of Guangdong, is the beautiful city of Guilin. 3 friends and I took weekend trip to Guilin in November …
The Philippines: A Relaxing Weekend on the Beach
During the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival from September 28 through October 3, 2012, I went with 5 friends to the Philippines. We decided that China would …