What if I never find someone who’s going to love me the way that he does? I turned this question over and over in my mind, agonizing over it, waking up in the middle of the night because of it, and singing melancholy songs in the shower because I just didn’t know how to deal […]
Spreewald: The Perfect Day Trip from Berlin
I love Berlin. I love the city life and the street art, but even though this city is full of big and gorgeous parks, sometimes I still yearn for real nature, uninterrupted by frisbee games and the occasional noble individual offering me street pharmaceuticals. Luckily when it comes to Berlin, it doesn’t take long to […]
Which Berlin Neighborhood Should You Stay in?
So you’ve booked a ticket to Berlin and you’re searching for which neighborhood you belong in during your stay. First off, bravo! You’ve already made an excellent choice by choosing Berlin. This city is so many shades of cool, unique, and fascinating, I’ve been hooked for almost four years now. During my time here, I’ve […]
Ladies, Take Back Your Power
I’ve written this post so many times and in so many ways, got scared, and put it on the back burner again. The brave women who stepped forward this week to speak out about sexual assault reminded me that by not hiding we stand up for ourselves and for others too. We say that we […]
Solo Female Travel Stories: Becky a Fearless Solo Mom
It’s been a while, but we are back to sharing the stories of strong and fearless solo female travelers from around the world! After introducing you to Archana from India and Wangechi from Kenya, I want to introduce you to Becky, a confident and determined single mother from Arizona, who, despite having to work two full-time jobs to support […]