• Painted Petra
    Mar 31 2022

    The rolling hills of Jordan with painted rocks dating back to the beginning of time it feels. When I visited the ancient city of Petra it was one of the greatest sights for very sore eyes!


    Wine of the Week: Cabernet Cortis 2018

    A very nice red wine. The nose is strong with a note of blackcurrant. The same on the palate. Gentle tannins, moderate acidity.

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    15 mins
  • How to Take Great Photos of Yourself When Traveling Solo!
    Mar 24 2022

    I know! That's half the fun of traveling is showing off all the amazing places you saw in social media! But when you can't take the perfect IG photo to share you might think "what's the point?" Well in this episode I share some tips to take great solo photos while traveling!

    Wine of the Week: Henri Weber 2020 Riesling

    Alsace is a wine-growing region in Northeast France that borders Germany. Because Alsace is proximal to Germany, cradled in the shadow of the Vosges Mountain range and just east of the Rhine River, it shares many common grape varieties. Riesling is the darling of Alsace, and a favorite of wine lovers worldwide, for it, is both versatile and budget-friendly.


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    18 mins
  • Your Weekend Itinerary for Visiting Krakow Poland
    Mar 17 2022

    I have to say that Poland was the first country I ever visited in the Eastern Block of the EU! When I visited last year it was absolutely captivating! Listen to hear a fun idea for an itinerary!

    Wine of the week: La Gioiosa Rose Prosecco

    Pleasingly delicious rose, this Prosecco offers an excellent price-to-quality ratio and it is certainly worth a try. Salmon pink color, the nose of strawberry and raspberry, with a very light citrus touch. The body is what impresses me the most. Not too light, with expected apple and strawberry touch, coupled with creamy hints. Then a light pomegranate kick is on the back leading to a dry and restrained ending.


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    34 mins
  • Tips on Taking Fabulous Beach Photos
    Mar 10 2022

    As a photographer or aspiring photographer I know that it is nice to get tips whenever you have the chance so today I am sharing some tried and true tips that I've used as a professional photographer on how to get outstanding photos on the beach. This could be portraits or landscape photography you can use these same tips!

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    Wine of the Week: Ruiz Torres Mar Blue

    To be honest, I had no idea how my taste buds processed this wine, it was sweet but had a little aftertaste of chemicals. If I made this into a wine smoothy I think that the wine taste would have made more sense but this was one of the most unique wines I've ever tried.

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    29 mins
  • Best Packing Tips for Traveling with a Carry On!
    Mar 3 2022

    With travel opening up again worldwide, more people are booking flights as fast as they can while prices are cheap! Living in Europe though I've learned the pain of budget flights and how they nickel and dime you for EVERYTHING! So, to avoid painful fees or tips on traveling lightly, you'll love this episode!

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    Wine of the Week: Pata Negra Valdepeñas Gran Reserva 2012

    Oak, vanilla and some red berries. I'm giving 4 stars to this wine because the wine itself is quite light but still very good taste of oak & vanilla. Amazed about the price for this wine if you think about age.

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    15 mins
  • Tips on Taking Your First Hot Air Balloon Ride!
    Feb 24 2022

    Have you ever dreamed about taking a hot air balloon flight? For me? It always looked like a dream! But I learned a few things along the way on how best to prepare for taking your first flight.


    Wine of the Week: Bethany Vineyard & Winery 2018 Reserve Chardonnay

    Nose: sweet and a little earthy Mouth: acidic and a bit flabby. Long finish

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    20 mins
  • Best Day Trip from Amsterdam
    Feb 17 2022

    Have you ever been to the amazing and magical city of Amsterdam? If you haven't or you never ventured out of the city while you were visiting, let me share my favorite little day trip from Amsterdam to the region of Holland!

    Wine of the Week: RTVELISI ALAZANI VALLEY Medium Sweet Wine - Georiga

    Mouth-filling black fruit on the palate with notes of damson. The palate is finished with a rounded, creamy, sweet, and well-balanced aftertaste.

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    24 mins
  • What Are The Top Travel Apps to Use?
    Feb 10 2022

    In this episode, I am going to share some of the top apps that I use all the time when I travel! These are apps that I've selected after years of trial and error before I found ones that I really LOVE! I hope that you enjoy these suggested apps!

    Wine of the Week: Chateau Suduiraut 2015 Lions de Suduiraut

    Sweet as hell and I love it...great juice but compared with the Auslese this one is missing edge and acidity. Great complexity and looooong taste but singular in appearance. Notes of honeysuckle apricot peach pineapple marmalade caramel.


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    29 mins