Journal
The Long Walk at Windsor
Thinking about a day trip to Windsor Castle from London? It’s super-easy and well worth the trip. Read more here.
Trip Report: Walkabout France 2022
Our first Walkabout tour is in the books! Read all about it here.
10 French Phrases You Should Know Before You Travel to France
French people are very proud of their language and their culture, and they want you to also appreciate their language and culture. Here are ten phrases to learn before you travel that will show your respect for the French culture.
What to Read/Watch Before Your Italian Holiday
Looking for book or movie recommendations before you travel to Italy? Here’s a list of my favorites.
A Cozy Winter Weekend in Wisconsin
Wisconsin in January doesn’t normally sound like my kind of thing—unless it’s to a 5-star resort in the middle of nowhere with nothing to do but relax.
8 Christmas Experiences to Add to Your London Bucket List
Dreaming of Christmas in London? Me too! Here are 8 things to do in London to put you in the holiday mood.
Jackson Hole 2021
When I started planning our family vacation this year, I got the slightest bit of pushback.
“Jackson Hole? Why there? What will we doooo?” were just some of the questions my family posed to me.
Paris for Beginners
If you’re new to Paris, there are certainly some things you’re going to want to do. Here are some of the top Paris sites, plus a few extra adventures that you might not think about doing that I’ve really enjoyed.
My Paris Bucket List
First time visitors to Paris obviously must see the most famous tourist sites. The Louvre. The Champs Elysees. The Tuileries Garden. These places are famous for a reason—because they are beautiful and interesting and awesome.
My London Bucket List
I started traveling to England in 1984 when, as a college student, I spent a summer studying literature in Oxford. Our trip began with several days in London, and from the moment I set foot in Heathrow Airport I was hooked.
Introducing Walkabout:London
My first taste of London was a cheese sandwich purchased from a street vendor not far from the cheap hotel where our college study group was staying.
Five Reasons to Travel With Your Kids
So you’re probably wondering, what’s my deal with travel? Why do I sacrifice so much to make it happen? Why do I spend so much time planning trips? Why do I daydream about the next place I’ll go?
My Ultimate First-Timer’s Guide to London
Why is London the perfect city for first-time travelers? Read on and find out why I love London!
What Makes a Walkabout Trip Unique?
If you’re a woman who wants to travel or who is thinking about taking a Walkabout Tour, read on to see why a Walkabout trip is unique.