Feb 21, 2021Member-onlyHow to Visit the Versace Mansion in Miami Beach, FloridaYou don’t have to be a millionaire. — Miami Beach: Art Deco, beautiful people, golden sand — and Versace. If you’re an American Crime story nerd you’ve probably watched the excellent Netflix show (featuring Darren Criss) that was filmed inside this lavish personal palace. Luckily, the Versace mansion folks learned that not everyone can afford a $1,000 a…Miami Beach2 min readMiami Beach2 min read
Jan 14, 2021Member-onlyOne Day Dublin, Ireland ItineraryIreland is the land of lush green fields, Guinness, religious history, and so much more. I’ve begun flying the Irish carrier, Aer Lingus, on my Euro trips because of their extremely reasonable fares, hospitality, and easy stopovers in Dublin. …Ireland4 min readIreland4 min read
Jan 5, 2021Member-onlyOne-Day Salzburg, Austria ItineraryFeel the sound of music in only one day. My suggested itinerary is based on travel from Munich, Germany Whether you grew up singing “Raindrops on Roses…” or somehow ended up on the Captain Von Trapp thirst part of TikTok….then Salzburg is the place of your dreams. When I visited…Austria4 min readAustria4 min read
Jan 2, 2021Member-onlyBest Breakfast on Chicago’s North SideBreakfast is the most important meal of the day! Before you jump on the famous L and cruise your way around Chicago’s grid — you have to fuel up! Heritage Bicycles & Coffee Trevor Noah drank here — so you know it’s good! (I swear — I was behind him in line). If you’ve…Chicago2 min readChicago2 min read
Dec 26, 2020Member-only3 Favorite Flagstaff BreweriesBecause Flagstaff, Arizona is more than a stopover to the Grand Canyon A fun fact about me is that I love beer. I’ll take a hoppy IPA over cocktails and wine any day. When I visited the Grand Canyon, I stayed in the lively town of Flagstaff. It has a…Grand Canyon2 min readGrand Canyon2 min read
Dec 24, 2020Member-onlyMy Favorite 4 Places in BeijingSummer Palace I’ve been to the summer palace twice and I still don’t feel like I’ve covered even half of its grounds. These expansive grounds, filled with winding paths, canals, temples, and boats make for a perfect day. Pack a lunch and plan to spend a few hours wandering around the grounds…2 min read2 min read
Dec 11, 2020Member-only7 No-Fuss Travel Outfits & AccessoriesBlack Jumper A black jumper can effortlessly transform from a tourist day trip to a night out. I’ve worn this black jumper with flats and a scarf and then dressed it up with heels and a bold lip in the evening. Two outfits in one!Travel Tips3 min readTravel Tips3 min read
Dec 5, 2020Member-only3 Full Day Iceland ItineraryFor winter travel in Reykjavik. 5 days total — Day 1 — Travel Day Grab your puffer coat, order an Icelandic beer, and board your overnight flight to Reyjkavik (if you’re coming from North or South America. ) Day 2 — Landing & Blue Lagoon Good morning! Well, you probably can’t tell that it's morning because in the winter…Iceland5 min readIceland5 min read
Dec 4, 2020Member-only5 Must-Visit Places In Mainland GreeceBecause Greece is so much more than a glorious island vacation. Santorini, Mykonos, Crete — these are some of the first words that come to mind when daydreaming about Greece. These islands are absolutely breathtaking. But have you ventured into mainland Greece? In addition to its unparalleled islands, Greece is…Greece4 min readGreece4 min read
Dec 1, 2020Member-onlyA Very 2020 Chicago Christmas7 Chicago holiday to-do’s on my Christmas list. Chicagoans are known for their enthusiastic holiday celebrations! Each of Chicago’s vibrant neighborhoods brings their own holiday flare, and you won’t be short on funtivities while visiting the Windy City. What to Eat & Drink: 1. Virtual Christkindlmarket Chicago Perhaps the most beloved…Chicago4 min readChicago4 min read
