In the 1990s, the world was a different place. People smoked in restaurants (separated by a half wall partition that constituted the ‘smoking section’). We used plastic bags with thoughtless abandon. And we visited SeaWorld to experience larger-than-life marine mammals up close. It was one thing to love dolphins because Lisa Frank’s technicolor world included […]
Judean Desert Tour: a 4WD adventure
My Sunday School teacher while I was growing up defined the wilderness as sand, sand and more sand. Most of the year, that’s a fitting definition. But what I experienced on the Judean Desert Tour with Abraham Tours was unlike anything I could have imagined. Of all the Jeep tours Israel has to offer, I’m […]
3 foodie experiences in Lisbon you have to try!
I write about food and travel because I believe that the two are inextricably linked. If you travel to a new city and eat only food from home, you haven’t really experienced the culture at all. When I visit a new place, I make it my mission to try things I’ve never tried before and […]
One day in Zagreb: A perfect 24 hours in Croatia’s capital
Dobro jutro (good morning) and welcome to Zagreb! The city is a delightful combination of rich history, quirky museums, good food and charming architecture. If you’re short on time and wondering what to see in Zagreb in one day, hang on to your hat. You’re in for a very fun day in the capital of […]
11 completely unique things to do in Marrakech
Marrakech is unlike anywhere else on earth. Spices from simmering tagines invade your nostrils and your eyes dart from building to building, trying to take in all the colorful textiles and ceramics displayed for tourists to purchase. Cats roam freely, looking for their next meal and if you’re not paying attention, you may be pushed […]
#hotelfriends: The quirkiest hotel in Düsseldorf, Germany
I’m an 80s baby, but when I walked into the lobby of #hotelfriends in Downtown Düsseldorf I felt transported back to the 1970s. My eyes were wide as I took in the cool, quirky, colorful decorations so unlike the ‘all business’ exterior of this hotel near the Düsseldorf train station. At check-in, I was given […]
Where to eat in Düsseldorf – 20 MUST-try foodie experiences
Hey foodie friends! I’m going to let you in on a little secret. If you’re into good food, interesting history and having fun (and who doesn’t want all those things?), you better add Düsseldorf to your list of cities to visit now! As someone with a major sweet tooth, I often spend my time in German cities […]
The best two week Morocco itinerary: surf, souks and the Sahara
Hooray! You’ve decided to book a trip to Morocco! You’ve seen the Instagrammers posing with colorful pottery in chaotic-yet-charming souks and atop camels in the desert. You want to live the full One Thousand and One Nights experience… but you only have two weeks. I’m here to help and you ain’t never had a friend […]
Riad Marhaba: 1,000 welcomes in Rabat, Morocco
In Arabic, the word marhaba means welcome. And that’s exactly what I felt in Rabat at Riad Marhaba. Upon entering the riad, I felt transported to a place and time when quality and luxury reigned. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase anything through these links, I may earn a small commission, without any […]
Street food and sheep brains: A Moroccan Food Tour in Rabat
When I think about Morocco, the flavorful tagines, spiced olives, and juicy fruit prick my tastebuds as I dream of the country I’ve grown to love. However, warnings of street food have left me with a hole in my experience, never getting a chance to savor flavors as a true Moroccan during my two weeks […]
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