The hills are alive... with the sound of music! While you won’t encounter many locals raving about this classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical, the vast majority of tourists to Salzburg will be! Growing up with a mom who is absolutely enamored by the musical retelling of the Von Trapp family story, I’ve always dreamed of seeing the places from that timeless film. While there are loads of other things to experience in Salzburg, these were…
When people think of Kentucky, often they envision horse races, big hats, and maybe some barefoot children running around a coal mine in the hollers of the Appalachians. While these images (however stereotypical) may represent portions of the bluegrass state, there is so much more than just banjos and moonshine in the great Commonwealth! As a born and raised (northern) Kentuckian with a love of exploration, these are my top 5 things to do- all…
Over the years, my husband and I began a quest to find the best, most authentic tacos in the area. We wanted to find that one local place that could come close to the delicious foods we've had on our travels in South America. After several years, this is the list we came up with! Here are our own opinions of where to find the best tacos in Cincinnati (and Northern Kentucky). These places are…
For anyone who makes the great decision to visit this city though- it certainly won't disappoint! Check my curated list for the best Valencia things to do! Valencia is a gorgeous Mediterranean city on the east coast of Spain. It's not typically a common stop in the country however, with most travelers opting to visit nearby Barcelona instead. I'll admit- I'm a little bit obsessed. After studying abroad there, spending a year living there, (and…
I’ve been to many places around the world, and in all sincerity, Cuzco is one of my favorites. It combines the ancient with new in a way you don't see elsewhere. The indigenous cultures blend together in the city’s art and history, dotted with evidence of the Spanish conquest. The native art, food, and traditions combine with European architecture to create a truly matchless place. After a visit here during my month long backpacking trip,…
The area around La Fortuna, Costa Rica is a "must see" for any visitor. Home to lush jungle, active volcanoes, waterfalls, and hundreds of sloths, it is a tropical (humid) paradise! Plus, it's named "fortune", but sits at the base of an active volcano- you have to love that optimism! Whether you want to go hiking, rafting, and kayaking- or just relax in natural volcanic hot springs, you will definitely find something you love. Read…
Every year, thousands of American college students make their way down to Central America to study abroad in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. After my own great experience, I've listed my top reasons to study abroad in Costa Rica. While there are many options as to where to base yourself, I was specifically living and studying in Heredia. There are a HUGE variety of University programs in this city and in San Jose, click…
