I’ve always loved the idea of slow travel. The slow travel movement emphasizes meaning, connection, and sustainability rather than checking items off a bucket list, and more and more people are embracing the idea of staying longer in one place…
Québec City, Île d’Orléans, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, Extreme Weather, and Why I Keep Coming Back Here
You’d think after enough visits that Quebec City’s charm would wear off. But no, this real-life Hogsmeade is still as impossibly charming as the first time I saw it. A lot of people make the mistake of visiting Quebec City…
The Route from Mississippi to Canada (or How I Spent 44 Hours on Trains)
This is the 4th time I’ve taken the train from New Orleans or Mississippi to Canada, and each time I’ve made the trip, I’ve broken it up differently. A thing I love about train travel is how it forces you…
Why I’m Moving to Canada (for a Brief Minute)
No, I’m not really “moving” to Canada, but “Why I’m Going to Canada” doesn’t feel like the right title, and this one surely caught your eye more, right? For a few years now, I’ve looked at opportunities for slower, extended…
In Memory of Chewie
On May 4th, one month ago today, I had to say goodbye to Chewie. I’d known this day was coming for a long time, but nothing makes it easier. It was a beautiful day, and I held her outside on…
Returning to Front Beach Cottages and Why I Recommend Traveling with Your Dog
It’s been nearly a year since I’ve traveled anywhere. I can’t remember the last time I went such a long stretch without even a short trip. And though I’ve had opportunities to travel, I’ve remained stationary because I’ve been prioritizing…
