Tailored Travel Tips & Trips

Amsterdam’s Most Beautiful Secret: The Story of the Flower Bikes

Jan 30, 2026

Hi y’all! When you think of Amsterdam, you probably picture canals and bicycles. And let me tell you, that picture is absolutely accurate. The city is widely considered the “Bike Capital of the World,” in

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Landwasser Viaduc

Switzerland’s Scenic Train: Why the Bernina Express is a Must-Do

Jan 9, 2026

Hi y’all! I am so excited I can hardly stand it. I’m finally sitting down to share one of the most breathtaking experiences from my recent trip to Switzerland. If you’ve ever seen a picture

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Colorful woven baskets filled with dried hibiscus petals, herbs, and spices in a traditional Egyptian market.

Karkadeh: The Delicious Egyptian Drink I Fell in Love With

Jan 9, 2026

Hi y’all! When you travel, you expect to be wowed by grand monuments and ancient history, and my trip to Egypt was certainly full of those moments. But sometimes, the thing that captures your heart

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The ancient Arch of Constantine framed by Roman pine trees with the Colosseum in the background.

Walking Through Time (Ancient Ruins & Baroque Masterpieces)

Nov 26, 2025

Hey Y’all! Today we’re exploring more of Rome — this time out on the streets, soaking up the ancient ruins and Baroque beauty that make this city so unforgettable. People say Rome is like a

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The Palace of Justice in Rome featuring bronze statues and palm trees in the foreground.

The Sweet Life (Rome for the Soul)

Nov 26, 2025

The Sweet Life (Rome for the Soul) Hey Y’all! I want to share the part of Rome that doesn’t always make it onto the busy itineraries. This is about the “Sweet Life” (La Dolce Vita)—the

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the Ponte Vecchio bridge at dusk

Florence: Finding Faith, Food, and Masterpieces in the Heart of Tuscany

Nov 26, 2025

Hi Y’all! After the wonder of Venice, our next stop on the “Big Three” Italian adventure was the birthplace of the Renaissance: Florence. I was so excited to see the city of the Medici, of

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Panoramic view of Roman rooftops and the Vatican gardens seen from a museum terrace on a sunny day.

Art and Fresh Air (The Vatican Museum and Gardens)

Nov 25, 2025

Art & Fresh Air (The Vatican Museums & Gardens) Hey Y’all! One of the highlights of our time in Rome was visiting the Vatican Museums, and I couldn’t wait to share it with you. These

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Wide view of St. Peter's Square in Vatican City featuring the central obelisk and colonnades under a bright blue sky.

The Vatican Experience

Nov 25, 2025

The Vatican Experience   Hey Y’all! If you’re new here, I’m just a Southern girl traveling the world with my husband, Mike. We love finding the sweet spots, the good food, and the history—but we

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Horizontal "hero shot" of San Giorgio Maggiore from across the water, with the gondola prows in the foreground.

The Magic of Venice: A First-Timer’s Guide to the City of Canals

Nov 23, 2025

Hi Y’all! If you’re dreaming of an Italian getaway, most people want to hit the “Big Three”: Venice, Florence, and Rome. That is just what my husband, Mike, and I had in mind for our

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