The Finger Lakes is home to some of the most beautiful hiking trails in the United States. From dramatic gorges to plunging waterfalls, you’ll find yourself in a hiker’s paradise when visiting the Finger Lakes region! Cascadilla Gorge Trail If you’re calling Ithaca home while visiting the Finger Lakes, do not miss the Cascadilla Gorge […]
2020 was the year Alex & I were supposed to explore France — from the beautiful vineyards of Provence, to the French-German countryside in Alsace & the city of light in Paris, but alas, Coronavirus. Social distancing & close-to-home vacations are now our new norm — until it’s safe to travel & explore a new […]
Since moving to New York City, Beacon has been high on our list of places to visit. After living here for 3 years, we finally made the trip up north to visit Beacon & Storm King Art Center! Beacon is a small riverfront town, just 60 miles north of New York City. From post-industrial decay, […]
For years, I have dreamed of traveling to Southern Italy, & last September, my dream came true. After spending several days in Rome & the Amalfi Coast, we made Naples our home & set off to explore Pompeii! History of Pompeii On August 29, 70 A.D. Mount Vesuvius erupted, covering the city of Pompeii in […]
When planning our trip to Southern Italy, we knew Rome & the Amalfi Coast were absolute musts. But after hours of planning & researching…& more planning & researching, we had two extra days with no place to stay! We didn’t have enough time to head north to Tuscany, & we didn’t want to extend our […]
Ahh, Ravello — you are the best kept secret of the Amalfi Coast. Located high in the hills, Ravello is the most charming hilltop town with stunning views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Quiet & largely untouched by tourists, the trek to Ravello is well worth the visit. As we only had three days on the […]
Sentiero degli Dei, or Path of the Gods, is a breathtaking mountain path along the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast. The name of the hike is only a slight indication of the amazing scenery & views you will encounter — from the shimmering Mediterranean to the magnificent views of Capri & Positano. Where to Start […]
Positano is a dream vacation destination. From the shimmering Mediterranean to the colorful streets, fashionable boutiques & lemon-scented everything, it’s hard to imagine a more perfect getaway. After a full day of exploring, beach-going, hiking, & shopping, there’s nothing better than a tasty cocktail & a delicious dinner! Before heading to Positano, I researched high […]
The Amalfi Coast is one of the most picturesque places on Earth. From the shimmering Mediterranean to the colorful streets of Positano, to the idyllic beaches of Amalfi Town & the dramatic cliffside views from Ravello, you could easily spend weeks exploring & never tire of the Amalfi Coast. If you’re dreaming of an Amalfi […]
If you find yourself in Rome over the summer (& on a Friday night), you absolutely have to get tickets for the Vatican Aperitif & Night Tour! There is nothing like enjoying a glass of wine while listening to a concert in Fontana della Digna & exploring the Vatican Museums under the starlit sky. In […]
When planning our trip to Chiang Mai, visiting an elephant sanctuary was at the very top of our bucket list. Knowing how sensitive animal rights issues are in Thailand, & how many so-called “sanctuaries” do not treat elephants ethically, I scoured the internet high & low for the perfect conservation. Many people recommended Elephant Nature […]