I am no stranger to the Camino de Santiago. I first walked the Camino Francés in 2017 and have been actively involved in my Camino community in Vancouver ever since. Walking the Francés changed my ...

I was down to one more day in the Dominican Republic during my last trip. While my intention was to spend quality time with my father during this visit, I did manage to step away with a friend before ...

I’ve done a lot of traveling. But as much as I love seeing new places, I’m not made of money. In part, that’s why I love stopovers and long layovers. They maximize experiences while minimizing ...

My husband and I went to London, Brussels, and Paris on our honeymoon. I thought that starting our marriage with a big international trip might set the tone for the rest of our lives — that we’d be an ...

If you think Arizona is a desert wasteland full of tumbleweeds, snakes, and rocks, you’re not alone. But that common misconception couldn’t be further from the truth. Parts of Arizona receive regular ...

I decided I never wanted to stay in a hostel again after I spent one night sleeping on a bloodstained mattress in the same room as a girl coughing up mucus until sunrise. “I’m in my thirties. I’m too ...

I visited over 20 countries last year. When people ask what my favorite place was, I don’t hesitate to answer: it’s Fiji. Fiji is huge. There are over 300 islands, each with its own landscapes, ...

I should preface this by saying I have never run a marathon. While I have partaken in different sports throughout my life, long-distance running never seemed to be my cup of tea. Anytime I go for a ...

It has been four years since I moved back to the outskirts of Boston after living abroad in the Dominican Republic. And each year, my daughter and I have carried out our tradition of spending time at ...

It’s no surprise that a place known as Music City is full of bars, music venues, and recording studios. Add in all the dining options, museums, historic sites, and outdoor attractions, and it’s clear ...

It may seem like one and the same; the official name is Washington, District of Columbia (DC), after all. However, many locals — myself included — see a distinction between Washington and DC. As a ...

As a resident of the Pacific Northwest, Bend, Oregon is one of my favorite places to go for outdoor adventures. I recommend booking a stay in Downtown Bend for your first visit. The Campfire Hotel is ...