Why I Keep Coming Back to Istanbul
In a world rapidly losing human connection, this is one place where relationships are still the most important currency
Alex & Beyond
Food-focused travel and less obvious destinations in Europe 🌎
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Where I'd Send a Friend: Turkish Beach Towns
From glamorous beach clubs to quiet islands, here’s where I’d go depending on the kind of trip you want
10 Things I’d Tell My Younger Self Before Moving Abroad
The lessons I’ve learned from seven years, three countries, and some expensive mistakes
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The Internet Said This Ferry Was a Nightmare. We Tried It Anyway
Is the one-star ferry between Greece and Italy really that bad? ⭐
I May Have Hit My Emotional Limit with France
How I ended up ugly crying in my kitchen over a burnt quesadilla
The Move Abroad Economy
The hardest parts of moving abroad are usually the ones you can’t buy your way out of
Where I'd Send a Friend: Lesser-Known Spots in Nice, France
From views and vibes to bookish cafés
So You Want to Quit Your Job and Move Abroad?
Hey girl, join the club
The Least Practical Way to Get to Istanbul
Five days, four countries, a ferry, and a dog who has no idea how much of this journey revolves around her
Nice's Hottest Hotel, Restaurant Reviews, and Summer Plans - My June 2026 Field Notes
Surviving a heatwave, new restaurant reviews, and what to do this summer on the French Riviera
The Greek Village I Loved So Much I Almost Bought a House There
The story of the Greek village that almost changed our entire life plan
Where I'd Send a Friend: French Riviera Edition
Which towns to visit, based on what you actually care about
Did I Make a Mistake Moving to France?
How life here hasn't been what I expected
There’s No Wrong Way to Travel
Except maybe a cruise, just kidding, kind of...
Souvenirs from the South of France That Are Actually Worth Room in Your Suitcase
A guide to locally made, useful, and tasty things to bring back home
Elba Island: The Trip I Didn’t Appreciate as Much as I Should Have
A beautiful Italian island, a trip that wasn't how I imagined it, and a lesson in letting a place be what it is
After Seven Years in Europe, These Are the Things I Still Miss About America
I’ve adjusted a lot, but I still crave tacos, Costco, and an iced coffee the size of my face
Field Notes: May, 2026
Honest thoughts on Corsica, new French Riviera openings, and where I'm headed this summer
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