When is the last time you did something for the first time?
This past winter I opted for an escape to Nicaragua. I wasn’t sure what to expect and to be honest, I can’t remember what initially attracted me to the country other than it being a new destination (and one accessible with my reward miles). I most certainly wanted to explore some volcanoes, and it’s well known…
Let me start by saying that 8 days in Morocco is barely enough time to skim the surface. I’ve observed two different styles of travel: The leisurely traveler who has countless weeks to explore a country (maybe someone taking a gap year or a retiree)… or the “jump-hop-skipper.” I’m the latter of these two, or…
Call me crazy but I actually enjoy a good layover. Note that I said good. If planned and executed correctly, a layover can be an excellent opportunity to both recharge and explore a new city! I often choose the particular layover destination because I’ve never been or I’m curious to learn more. If I really…
2017 has been a busy and intense year with a lot of happenings. Let’s knock out the low points first. Needless to say as I imagine this is true for many folks, but following the November 2016 election, the divided political and increasingly-hateful social climate took a toll on my overall happiness. I was glued…
How many times have you uttered the words “in retrospect…?” I know I have often. While I abide by a live-life-with-no-regrets philosophy, of course there are things I wish I’d known or done a bit differently throughout the course of my travels! If now-Kacee could offer words of wisdom to then-Kacee (isn’t it fun talking…
Where do we draw the line on our own preferences and behavior while traveling abroad? You’ve saved up enough money and convinced your boss to let you have time away from the office… so why should you limit your level of fun? Or is it possible to be an ethical tourist while simultaneously checking items…
March 2016 was an interesting month. After traveling abroad on an extended holiday, I’d returned to a job that I strongly disliked. Not knocking the finance industry for those who enjoy it, but it just wasn’t for me (and with having my MA degree in sociology, it made absolutely no sense). I knew it was time to…
One of my intentions upon arrival in Bali was getting a massage, preferably on the beach. Massage sessions are super pricey in the US but in southeast Asia, they tend to be both good and inexpensive. After discovering this regional bargain in Thailand, which resulted in succeeding daily massages for less than $10, I wanted to keep the pattern…
If you’ve seen the movie Hostel, and written off the idea of staying in one out of fear of losing an organ, I’m here to dismiss any misconceptions you may have (understandably) developed. Side note: I’ve seen Hostel more than a handful of times and it has not deterred me – I love horror movies. But…
I’m guilty of accomplishing a lot more international travel than domestic at this point in life, but there’s a reason for that, I swear. I often find that it’s cheaper to leave the country, or at least more justifiable for the price. Also, time is of the essence. I plan to settle down with a family…