Paris
Notes Worth Keeping
Paris turned out to be more affordable than a trip across the U.S. — a discovery that led to a flight booked on Delta AMEX points, an Airbnb in the 19th arrondissement, and four weeks of Pinterest research that shaped one of the best weeks of travel on record. This post covers all seven days: Montmartre and the Palais Garnier, a macaron class at Le Cordon Bleu, Versailles, the Louvre, Le Marais, a Seine boat tour, and loads of practical notes from someone who also had her phone pickpocketed and still managed to finish the week strong.
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Punta Cana
While there are many ways to vacation, it can also feel like a power move to plant yourself in paradise for a week with minimal plans. A private beach, soft sand, the most beautiful blue-green water, and a backdrop that makes unplugging feel effortless. This post covers the view, the food, the accommodations, and every practical detail worth knowing for a beach trip worth taking.
London
London is one of those cities that feels impossible to experience in just one week—blessing the over-preparer and surprising the wanderer in equal measure. This post covers a full week across neighborhoods like Notting Hill, Covent Garden, SOHO, and Downtown — with every reservation made, hidden breakfast spot found, and some hard-won tips included.
Rome
From a jaw-dropping free view of the Roman Forum and Colosseum to a solo wander through the cobblestone streets of Trastevere, this post is a field guide to help make every hour in Roma count.
Florence
Florence is where the Renaissance lives — and with the right audio guide in your ears, it comes alive in a way that art history class never quite managed. This post covers three full days: the Duomo dome climb, the Uffizi, the Accademia, Bardini Gardens, a pasta making class, and a Chianti wine tour — plus every practical detail for doing it well.
Capri
Just off the coast of Naples, Capri is the kind of place that makes you rethink your relationship with slowing down. This post covers five days of cliff hikes, sea kayaking, boutique wandering, a lemon grove dinner, and a day trip to Positano — with every practical detail you need to get there.
Venice
Venice sounds almost too extraordinary to be real — and then you arrive and discover it's even more surreal in person. Two days here is the sweet spot: St. Mark's Basilica at dawn, the Doge's Palace, alleyways before the crowds, and the meal that makes the whole stop worth it.
Paris
Packed with macarons, Versailles, the Louvre, a pickpocket, and a double rainbow over the Seine.
Florence
Florence delivered the best food of the entire Italy trip, a Duomo dome climb, Michelangelo's David, a pasta making class, & a Chianti vineyard — all in three days.
Punta Cana
If you are looking for a beach vacation in paradise with delicious food and perfect water, the Westin Punta Cana Resort is the place for you.
London
A week in one of the world 's most walkable, wanderable cities — researched obsessively, experienced honestly.
