The last time I visited Providence was for my 5-year college reunion 6 years ago (which I wrote about here and here). Last year, Michael and I planned to go for my 10-year college reunion. I was so excited to…
Amtrak Journey Part 2: Montreal, Quebec City, and Burlington
I’m convinced that Montreal has magical powers. It’s cured me from anxiety twice now. Truly. After one of the most anxious years I’ve ever had (If living in Washington, D.C. during the 2016 election didn’t cause you anxiety, then you’re…
Amtrak Journey Part 1: From New Orleans to Canada (including Washington, D.C. and New York City
Back in January, Amtrak had a sale on their US Rail Passes. Instead of the usual $500, you could pay $300 for any ten Amtrak rides within a month. It seemed like too good of a deal to pass up,…
Florida Family Beach Trip and a Confession
The first place I ever traveled as a kid was to the Florida Panhandle for beach vacations with my family. Where I grew up in South Mississippi, everyone goes to the Panhandle for vacation. It’s where my parents went to…
Naxos, Paros, Syros, and the Best Time to Visit the Greek Islands
If you’re planning a trip to Greece, the internet will provide you with approximately 4 billion articles on the “top Greek islands to visit.” All 4 billion of those articles will feature different islands, vehemently insist that their islands are…
Santorini, Sunsets, a Horse Named Sarlo, and the Question of Overtourism
When we told people we were going to Santorini, one of the most famous islands in the world, we got a lot of cringes and a lot of, “Well, I guess that’s understandable…” as if the thought of it pained…
