Acclimating in Cusco: 5-Day Travel Guide
Visiting Cusco before Machu Picchu? Explore San Pedro Market, Saqsaywaman, and the Sacred Valley while you acclimatize—plus more Cusco must-sees.
Lucca, Italy Travel Guide: What to Do, Eat & See
Plan your visit to Tuscany with a stop in Lucca, Italy. This welcoming walled town is perfect for wandering yellow-painted streets, walking the scenic city walls, and soaking up the Tuscan countryside.
Month 12 | Our first month back in Toronto, Canada
Moving back to Canada after a year spent living in Italy on the Amalfi Coast. This month has been full of reverse culture shocks, reunions with loved ones, and moments of readjusting to life back in Toronto. We’re back for about six months while we replenish our savings and begin the process for our next visa application.
What I Pack for Every Trip
Check out my favourite travel essentials — the items I pack every trip and genuinely love. They make trips better, hold up over time, and earn their spot in my bag.
Visiting the Canadian Rockies
Planning a trip to the Canadian Rockies in the summer months? This guide covers everything you need to know — beyond the borders of Banff National Park. Start planning your dream trip to the mountains now!
Staying in Canmore: Where to Stay + Why It’s Worth It | Canadian Rockies
If you’re visiting the Rockies, Canmore is the place to stay. It’s a quick drive from Calgary Airport and even closer to Banff—making it the perfect base for exploring.
Kananaskis Country: The Best Day Hikes | Canadian Rockies
Hoping to avoid crowds while exploring the beauty of the Canadian Rockies? Kananaskis should be at the top of your list! A little more rugged than its commercialized neighbour, Kananaskis is for the true outdoor lovers.
Yoho + Kootenay: Scenic Stops & Day Hikes | Canadian Rockies
From turquoise lakes to mountain viewpoints, Yoho and Kootenay National Parks have some breathtaking landscapes to explore. This guide covers some of my favourite stops in the BC parks.
Best Banff Viewpoints + Scenic Stops | Canadian Rockies
Explore Canada’s most famous landscape, without the hikes. This guide covers some of the best drive-up views the Canadian Rockies have to offer!
Jasper Guide: Best Hikes & Scenic Drives | Canadian Rockies
Planning a trip to the Canadian Rockies? Don’t sleep on Jasper! This guide is full of highly rewarding day hikes, glacier views, and a few tips about taking the road less travelled.
Visiting Salerno Travel Guide
If you’re planning a trip to southern Italy, don’t sleep on Salerno. This small city is the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, and is worth visiting in its own right. Plan your visit with this guide covering day trips, what to eat, and what to do!
Month 11 | Our Last Month Abroad in Vietri sul Mare, Italy
Welcome to the 11th and final monthly update from the Amalfi Coast! Between new countries, more Campania exploring, and lots of time with friends, we tried to savour every moment. And days before we left, we finally picked up our permesso di soggiorno cards (IYKYK)!
How We Moved to Italy pt. 2 | Codice Fiscale, Permesso di Soggiorno, and Apartment Hunting
Moving to Italy? This guide outlines everything (admin-wise) that we navigated during the first few weeks including our permesso di soggiorno application, phone plans, and more! Welcome to the Italian bureaucracy!!
5+ Lessons Southern Italy Taught Me
Living in a small town in Southern Italy was a huge change of pace after a decade in downtown Toronto. These are the lessons I learned during my year abroad.
Bari, Italy: First-Timer’s Travel Guide
Planning a trip to Bari in southern Italy? This guide covers Old Town stops, the food you need to try, and more!
Month 10 | Vietri sul Mare, Italy
Dive into month ten of living in Southern Italy. Tys returned for his trip back to Canada, the warm weather and sunny days are back, we’re currently in the middle of a two week trip, and we’re getting ready to move home with our visa almost up.
How We Moved to Italy pt 1. | Youth Mobility Visa Application (for Canadians)
Interested in moving abroad? This Youth Mobility (Working Holiday) Visa post breaks down the application process, including eligibility, wait times, and what to expect with Italian bureaucracy as a Canadian moving to Italy.
3 Days in Barcelona
Planning a trip to Barcelona? This 3-day itinerary covers the must-see sights, food spots, and neighbourhoods to explore. From Gaudí landmarks to tapas and nightlife, here’s how to spend the perfect three days.
Discover Gaudí’s Barcelona
Barcelona and Gaudi are almost synonomus. Plan which of his famous (and less famous) designs you want to see while you’re visiting the Spanish city.
Hiking 101: A Guide for Beginners
New to hiking? Start here! I’ve included everything from what to pack to common trail etiquette and phrases, and everything in between!