Looking around at what I could purge from my closet, the maternity clothes going bye-bye, the dress I had in mind for Provence, but never wore, and the ones that don’t fit anymore, I wondered, how could I still express myself through my clothes without being this wasteful, both to my wallet and the planet? […]
Flores, Azores 21 Things You MUST Do
Flores island in the Azores is one of few places that had me questioning if I were in some version of the Truman Show. It was almost too perfect and pristine to be real. It felt like a movie set. But Flores IS real. It’s remote, rugged, full of waterfalls, brimming with greenery, and though […]
The Perfect São Miguel, Azores Itinerary – 31 Amazing Things to Do
São Miguel is the island that most people who visit the Azores end up exploring first. It’s a great choice, as the big island of the archipelago, it’s not only varied in what you can see and do, but in of cuisine, places to stay, and sheer volume of possibilities on both land and sea. […]
When to Visit the Azores – Weather, Sea Temperature, and Rainfall
When you see photos of the Azores, and even more when you see it in person, the incredible green and lushness of the subtropical environment almost makes it feel like a movie set – like it couldn’t be real. But it is. It just needs a lot of rain to look that incredible. The Azores […]
How to Plan a Road Trip: 8 Simple Steps for First-Timers
There may be no better way to travel than a road trip. I’ve taken (too) many flights over the years, and each time I opt for a road trip instead of flying, I’m delighted with the experience. Road trips can be cheap, they give you ultimate flexibility, and you can really get to know somewhere […]