Sometimes when I see a map of the world hung up on the wall I look at it and think of all the friends I have scattered across the globe. The friendships you make when traveling are a very unique breed: intense, often lifelong, and usually rooted in common lifestyle and passion. This week’s travel quote…

I realized something on this visit home and it made me incredibly happy: I have managed to maintain my traveler’s mindset even though I’ve spent the past three weeks in New York state, the place I grew up in and know like the back of my hand. Which brings me to this travel quote that I…

Two weeks ago I posted a travel quote about coming home. This week is all about being home. Which, by the way, I am absolutely loving. I really need to write a post about my hometown of Albany, New York, which I love so dearly. Where do you hail from, dear readers? Do you feel as…

As you read this I’ll be flying somewhere over the Pacific Ocean, on my way to New York. You’ll be hearing more about this surprise journey tomorrow. But for now, I’ll share that this is an all too-short temporary visit home and not an end to my travels. In one month’s time I’ll be heading back…

Quick Note To My International Readers: A US-based reader wrote to me looking for an international pen pal to fill a requirement for a university class. Anyone want to write to a cool New York chick for a few months? Send me a message and I’ll put you in touch! Today’s travel quote comes from a…

Do you think there is a difference between travelers and tourists? I go back and forth on it. In general, I think we are just trying to feel better about ourselves when we label people. I think we are all just exploring the world in whatever way we feel comfortable. On the other hand, I felt…