Top 10 Georgian Dishes You Need to Try

Besides many people never hearing about the country of Georgia, it's even less likely that they would know what Georgian food is. In fact, I didn't even know what it was until I tried it for the first time in 2018 in Prague at a small, Georgian restaurant. Since then, I've been to Georgia itself, … Continue reading Top 10 Georgian Dishes You Need to Try

Thoughts on Independence Day (as an American expat)

This year marks the second year that I've been abroad for the 4th of July, with last year being on vacation in Peru. This year's in France, as I'm taking full advantage of my time here before I leave. As I'm writing this, I'm on a train through the south of France, where temperatures have … Continue reading Thoughts on Independence Day (as an American expat)

5 Types of Hostels (and which to stay at)

If you're young and/or a budget traveler, then you've probably have had experience staying in hostels while visiting a city or country. Inexpensive and convenient, this sort of accommodation is widely-used all over the world, all the while being safe (don't let the Hostel films scare you off!) and a great place to meet fellow travelers. My … Continue reading 5 Types of Hostels (and which to stay at)

10 YouTube Travel Channels I Watch

It comes as no secret that I love to travel (of course, if this blog isn't evident of that yet...). However, it's by no means my full-time gig, as I only take time off during vacation days. That said, during times when I'm not traveling, I'm in the comforts of my home dreaming and planning … Continue reading 10 YouTube Travel Channels I Watch

Life Update #12: Done Teaching as a Lectrice!

As of this week, the last of my students have taken their final exams for the spring semester, thus bringing the school year to an end. It has been a long 12 weeks worth of instruction, testing, grading (and more grading), but now, all of that is over-- for better or for worse. Besides being … Continue reading Life Update #12: Done Teaching as a Lectrice!