When I was 25 I lived in Madrid and completed a quest to visit 25 countries in one year. If you’ve been following my journey here on Something In Her Ramblings for a while now, you probably already knew this, but it’s a fact I’m proud of and begs repeating as I start my ramblings … [Read more…]
What is it about Sicily that enchants every traveler who steps foot on the island? Whether it’s the azure waters that surround golden hilltops, knowledge to be gleaned from architectural wonders that have survived the ages, or the warmth of the people who call this land home, to rent a villa in Sicily and spend … [Read more…]
Spring is here! Though winter in Los Angeles is a far cry from winter elsewhere on the planet, I’m still thrilled about the rising temperatures, longer hours of daylight and sense of promise the season brings. Spring is also a great time to explore Europe – the weather is slowly getting warmer, flowers are blooming … [Read more…]
When planning a trip to Italy, Milan may not be the first place that comes to mind as a not-to-be-missed destination. Though the city, Italy’s second most populous, serves as the economic heart of the country, when it comes to tourism the colossal weight of Rome, Florence and Sicily often overshadows Milan and its surrounding … [Read more…]
I don’t have too many regrets about the time I spent living in Europe, but as I get further and further away from that magical year when I visited 25 countries, one disappointment stands out – not visiting Greece. As a professional in the travel marketing industry, Greece is a destination that comes up time … [Read more…]
On a brisk wintry day I pedaled through dampness and pending darkness, racing against the clock, or rather the setting sun that hid behind thick clouds, to make it to my final stop of the day. The hours of daylight are short in Copenhagen’s winter months, and with just a long weekend to explore Denmark’s … [Read more…]
Right about now I’m wishing I was back in Ireland, in that peaceful land of rolling green hills, twisting towns and rollicking conversations. While living in Spain I had the opportunity to meet my mom and sister in Dublin and take the ultimate Ireland road trip with them through most of the country’s highlights. Road … [Read more…]
Let’s be honest – these days we all could use a dreamy escape. When it comes to cities that feel like a dream, you can’t get much better than Barcelona, one of the most beloved cities in Spain which often lands on many traveler’s lists of favorite cities in Europe. Located in the North … [Read more…]
Note: The following is a guest post from Lea Ann Christenson As our boat pulls away from the harbor I find myself starting down at the emerald blue water below, the vibrant green hills looming large around and above as as we travel deeper and deeper into Aurlandsfjorden, one of Norway’s fjords near the town of … [Read more…]
When I reflect back on life in Madrid my memories come back to me in swirls of color – riding the metro to meet friends for tapas and cerveza, exploring the city on foot, working on this blog in cafes with writing buddies, and constantly plotting how to make each euro stretch – all … [Read more…]