Scents of steaming broth, herbs and fruits permeate the air. Old men sit on their stoops while the younger generations hang out in trendy cafes—all with a coffee in hand. Motorbikes zoom past en masse, creating a stream of movement between the French colonial buildings and modern skyscrapers. In …
75 Unconventional Adventure Quotes to Inspire Your Journeys
Photo by Laurine Bailly on Unsplash Whether you’re deep in wanderlust or planning your next trip, there’s nothing like an inspirational adventure quote to boost your excitement for destinations unknown. Like a lot of things in this day and age, popular travel quotes become cliché pretty fast as …
Spending Christmas in NYC: 6 Unique, Cozy + Chill Things to Do
Spending Christmas in NYC is magical. The holiday lights, window displays, Christmas trees and festive markets are a holiday traveler’s dream. At the same time, massive crowds, endless shopping, walking in the cold and indulging in holiday treats can take a toll on even the jolliest of …
Travel Anxiety: Simple Grounding Techniques for a Calmer Trip
You know the story. You arrive at the airport frazzled. Thoughts of “What did I forget?,” “OMG this line is insane,” and “Please don’t let me be squished between a loud chewer and a someone with smelly feet” (just me?) bombard your brain. And that’s just the beginning of your travel day. Intense …
Self Care Retreat Essentials to Turn Any Space into a Sanctuary
Welcome to the Fall Reset Ritual series, your guide to hitting reboot on life and embracing the rejuvenating energy of autumn through enriching escapes at home or away. Whether you’re at home or in a hotel room on the other side of the globe, any space can become a self-care retreat with a little …
What Nobody Tells You About Finding Yourself Through Travel
Finding yourself through travel is a rite of passage today. Once that’s increasingly prevalent as travel becomes more accessible to more people. Movies and books like “Eat, Pray, Love,” “Wild,” “Tracks,” and “Under the Tuscan Sun” have sparked our adventurous spirits, inspiring us to travel with …
9 Books for Self-Discovery
Welcome to the Fall Reset Ritual series, your guide to hitting reboot on life and embracing the rejuvenating energy of autumn through enriching escapes at home or away. I’m a huge personal development junkie, which should come as no surprise. After all, even though this is primarily a mindful …
Praia das Maçãs: The Perfect Beach Day Trip From Lisbon
While Portugal’s Algarve region may be famous for its stunning seaside, you can also find beautiful beaches near Lisbon. Praia das Maçãs boasts rocky cliffs, blue water and surf-friendly waves popular with locals and visitors alike. And if you’re looking for more than soft, white sand and …
8 Ways to Make Your Daily Routine Feel More Like a Vacation
Welcome to the Fall Reset Ritual series, your guide to hitting reboot on life and embracing the rejuvenating energy of autumn through enriching escapes at home or away. Want to live like you’re on vacation every day? It might be easier than you think. Of course, we all have responsibilities, jobs …
On Finding Magic + Porto Itinerary and City Guide
I think we’re all seeking some sort of magic when we travel. Yet so often, the serendipitous moments, the enchanting encounters, and the romance of a place (whether alone or with company) get lost in favor of chasing an endless must-see list or catching the next Instagram shot. A type-A planner …
