My first international trip was May 2016 when I was 26. I did not grow up traveling (or know of anyone who really traveled for that matter), but always fantasized of far away places as dreamers do. It never occurred to me that I could make it my reality, and I honestly was content with the thought of…
Everyone has a soul city; it may be New York for some, Barcelona for others. But for me, it will always be Paris. A soul city is a place that has an emotional gravitational force over you that can be often difficult to put into words. For as long as I can remember, Paris has…
As I'm sitting here writing this, it's officially winter in California. The cooler weather is making me miss my summer in Provence more than ever. I miss the warm July sun, the song of the cicadas, and most of all, the lavender fields and turquoise lakes... ValensoleOne morning, we woke up early for a little…
Our trip to Provence this past summer seems like a lifetime ago. I reminisce about it almost daily, daydreaming about all the amazing things we experienced in just a short week there. We started in Avignon and stayed in the historic centre, which you can read more about here. Now on to the next stop...…
As the seasons are beginning to shift here in Southern California, I'm becoming more and more nostalgic for my summertime in Provence. I miss the quiet towns, the rolling hills, and the scent of lavender in the air. It was just this past July when we were exploring the South of France, but it feels…
There are all kinds of hobbies to satisfy different needs. Some people love the rush of adrenaline of rock climbing or the soothing effects of painting. For me, traveling is what feeds my soul. It is my passion, not only because I love experiencing new places and cultures, but because of what it has taught…
David and I have traveled our fair share, and as a result, we've created some guidelines we adhere to for every trip. For example, we only take a carry-on suitcase and try to come home with at least one day to recover before going back to work. But if there is one rule that is…
Call me crazy, but I've never been the one to say, "I can't wait until I'm home" while on vacation. I'm always that person crying on the last night, wishing it would never come to an end. I love having to battle through language barriers, trying new cuisine, visiting historical sites, and adapting to the…
Traveling can be unpredictable. You can map out every single detail, make itineraries, but sometimes it doesn't always go as planned. The best you can do is have a positive mind and just go with the flow, which is exactly what we had to do for our quick trip to Seattle. Sweater (similar) | Jeans…
There is no doubt that clothing and memory share a connection as clothes have a peculiar way of evoking memories. Our past experiences are intricately stitched and woven into the fabric, and the minute we see or touch this piece of clothing, memories flood back in. For me, every time I wear this white dress,…
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