London always makes me feel like I’ve stepped back in time, even if its residents are ridiculously fashion-forward and uber chic. Strolling down the cobblestone streets, passing by gorgeous old structures, just makes me feel like I should be back in a different century where corsets were the norm. I feel this way particularly whenContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Buckingham Palace”
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Daily Wanderlust: The London Eye
With everyone having Olympic Fever, I figured I’d open up the dusty photo album of London today and take a stroll down memory lane. Travel back in time with me … there I was, fresh-faced, eyes wide open, wandering the streets of London during my first few days of long-term travel way back in MarchContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: The London Eye”
Daily Wanderlust: London’s Hyde Park
London was my first stop of my long-term travels in 2012. Somehow, I managed to skip a post-long-haul nap, have a reunion with a travel buddy I met in Croatia and spent a few days on Hvar with, and also reunited with a friend from Las Vegas. I did a lot of exploring while I wasContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: London’s Hyde Park”
Escape of the Week: London’s Big Ben
London’s Big Ben is recognized the world over. Located within the historic Palace of Westminster grounds, Big Ben is the name for the bell of the clock, but is also used to refer to the entire tower. Did you know it is the largest four-faced chiming clock and the third-tallest free-standing clock tower in the worldContinue reading “Escape of the Week: London’s Big Ben”
I am thankful for …
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year. It’s the time when I get to come home from wherever I am, and spend precious moments with my parents, my brother, my gorgeous little niece, and my friends from childhood and beyond. It’s the time of year when I bundle up and head East to breatheContinue reading “I am thankful for …”
Escape of the Week: Poplar Flowers
I awoke early on my second morning in London. The first day of London, I did a walking tour of Tower of London, St. Paul’s and Oxford Circus. The second day of my travels, I was left to explore on my own. So, I did what any bright-eyed, bushy-tailed traveler on the start of theirContinue reading “Escape of the Week: Poplar Flowers”
One year later
365 days. Wow. A lot can happen in 365 days. People can lose their job. Can find another job. Can fall in love. Can have a child. Can lose someone they love. Can see the world. 365 days ago, I embarked on a life-changing journey that would take me through Europe and parts of Africa, thatContinue reading “One year later”
Yotel, motel, Holiday Inn
I cautiously stepped my foot down the one step to the little door of my pod, hoping I wouldn’t wedge myself and backpack and carry-on bag in the doorway.
So … this was what I was in for — a tiny room, with a tiny bed and a tiny toilet and a tiny shower.
Ahhh, sweet Yotel.
Sorry, mate
I’m pretty sure I fell in love with Notting Hill and Portobello Market — the winding streets of row homes all painted different colors, the little vintage shops and the pubs made me feel warm and fuzzy. It was easy for me to spend a day just walking around the area.
But it was the last day with Pat, his girlfriend and their friend that was my best day in London.
Backpacker chic
I looked in the mirror before we headed out to celebrate Shaun’s flatmate’s birthday. Messy hair back in a low pony styled by Shaun: hot. Smokey eyes: sexy Graypink vintage shirt, dark jeans: Not too bad. Then, I looked to my feet. Backpacker black flats: Ugh. I’m not the most stylish person, but I don’tContinue reading “Backpacker chic”
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