30 Before 30 Bucket List

A while back, Rochelle from Adventures from Elle wrote a post about some bucket list items she wants to accomplish before turning 30. I was inspired by some of her goals (e.g. visit Cuba, see the Northern Lights, own a home...) that I likewise would like to achieve, and I felt compelled to give my … Continue reading 30 Before 30 Bucket List

Vincent Ehindero Blogger Award

Several months ago, Purple Rose from Reluctant Preacher's Daughter nominated me for the Vincent Ehindero Blogger Award. I'd never heard of this award before, but I'm super honored to receive it! Purple Rose is a lovely mom to two daughters and, quite literally, a preacher's daughter: her faith and conviction to God is admirable, which … Continue reading Vincent Ehindero Blogger Award

FOUR YEAR BLOGGING ANNIVERSARY (and 20 *Non-Travel* Facts About Me)

Hello! Today (July 30th) marks my fourth year of blogging on WordPress-- another milestone! Every year, I look forward to this day to see just far I've come, not just in terms of travel and adventures, but also in my blogging career and how my writing has changed over time. It's both a great and … Continue reading FOUR YEAR BLOGGING ANNIVERSARY (and 20 *Non-Travel* Facts About Me)

A Traveler Returning Home (Guest Post)

Wrote a guest post about my experiences repatriating to the US after living abroad in France. Head over for a read, and be sure to check out the rest of Nadia’s blog. Spread the love! ❤

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June 28th, 2020

Leaving home to pursue a dream is a life changing experience and it’s no wonder we tend to get caught up in our journeys abroad. Rebecca Goes Rendezvous tells us how she dealt with the ups and downs of returning home to LA after four years in France.

The Joy and Struggles of Repatriation: An American’s Perspective

by Rebecca – Rebecca Goes Rendezvous

It’s been nearly a year since I left France to return to the United States, after four years of living and working abroad. It’s only been a year, but it’s been one of major ups and downs that I hadn’t experienced until I came home. I’d be lying if I didn’t say that I’d been reluctant to return, even dreading it. Never did I imagine I would repatriate, especially so soon— it goes to show how four years can fly by in one’s lifetime.

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Crazy Travel Stories #10: That One Time I Met an Illegal Traveler in Milan…

Over a year has passed since this event happened. To this day, I still have so many questions as to what really went on-- while I wasn't necessarily in danger, I found it to be incredibly bizarre, and I can't help but think it was some sort of conspiracy involving customs, smuggling, or merely illegal … Continue reading Crazy Travel Stories #10: That One Time I Met an Illegal Traveler in Milan…