I finally have an ounce of courage to sit down and admit to why I am where I am today. While some have outright told me it is nothing but a failing point, turning down a once in a lifetime opportunity has been a defining moment in my life. A warning this post might be […]
Portugal’s Secret: Pasteis de Nata
Hop on Tram 15 from downtown’s Figueira Square or Comercio Square or take the railway train from Cais do Sodré to the small town of Belém for the creamiest, softest, (and oldest) custard-egg tarts in all of Portugal. The Pastéis de Nata is a staple dessert and the small blue-tiled shop, Pastéis de Belém, in Belém is a master at […]
Sicilian Arancini: My Homemade Italian Recipe
Besides traveling one of my favourite things to do is cook! I’m not a pro chef, but I do know how to mix together tasty ingredients from time to time. For family get-togethers, I make these yummy Sicilian croquettes or arancini all Siciliana. They are always a hit and I often get asked for the […]
Where to Stay in Amsterdam
Between the Red Light District, romantic canals, and historic sights, it’s not easy to narrow down where to stay in Amsterdam. The city is broken up into seven districts or stadsdelen, each having their own character. In this quick guide I break down four of the best neighbourhoods and squares to stay in when you travel […]
Bringing Literacy to Children in Haiti
As a small kid growing up, I always looked forward to school. For me, it meant new teachers and new friends, but it also meant I got new clothes and went shopping for shiny new school supplies. In elementary, I didn’t understand that my abundance was not average. I didn’t get that not every child […]
Adventure Travel in Austria
Austria was the first country I travelled to for a crazy, jam-packed adventure trip, doing things I had never done before. Check out my original and complete guest post on The PlanetD.com where I discovered 3 amazing travel adventures in Austria. Read my full blog post at The PlanetD.com