I have been really bad about posting lately, and it is because (after A LOT of thought) I have decided to put this blog on hold for a bit. I wanted to explain as to why I have decided to do this. I am headed off to the Peace Corps in Paraguay. My leave date … Continue reading
Latest Entries
Looking Forward to 2015
2014 was an amazing year. Along with graduating college, I had great experiences traveling the world. Some of the best memories include swimming with manatees, spending a month working on an archeological dig in Israel, and Hiking the Smokies among other things. Now that it is officially 2015, I can’t believe it has already come. … Continue reading
Gifts for Travelers
For some reason “the traveler” seems to stump many people with regards to holiday shopping. Just because they seem to have things together enough to gallivant around the globe doesn’t mean they still aren’t itching for the perfect present under the tree. Check out these unique gifts for every traveler on your list. 1. GoPro … Continue reading
Reflecting on 2014
It is that time of year again, time to reflect back on the course of events of the year. This past year has been an interesting one for me. I started out with a post of my — of course, some of these goals I kept, while others changed. That is just how life goes. … Continue reading
Arriving in Santiago
Sometimes it is hard to believe that I hiked 330km along El Camino de Santiago. Before I left for the trip, friends and family were nervous for me to be taking such a journey solo at age 21. Upon telling others that I have hiked El Camino de Santiago, many are surprised that I made … Continue reading
Souvenirs: Love them or Leave them?
For some, souvenirs are a big part of travel. My first big trip was studying abroad in Spain; at that point, I was very excited by the idea of souvenirs. I wanted to be able to bring something home for my parents and close friends. I, of course, also wanted to bring back my own … Continue reading
Scarborough Bluffs
The Scarborough Bluffs are located in the Scarborough district of Toronto along Lake Ontario. At the highest point, the escarpment is 90 meters above sea level. The bluffs make up about 14km of Lake Ontario’s coastline. They were formed over many years of erosion of the packed clay. Unfortunately, the erosion has increased with the increase … Continue reading
Eramosa Karst, Ontario
Have you ever heard of the Niagara escarpment? …Neither had I, until fairly recently (and I am from Michigan!). The Niagara escarpment is a geological formation that runs horizontally through New York, Ontario, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois. It is most famous for Niagara Falls, but there are many more truly unique and interesting formations around … Continue reading
What to Do While in Toronto, Canada
Toronto, Canada is an up and coming city, and by up and coming I mean exponentially growing. It is third in the world for the most theatre productions after London and New York City. West Queen West (a district in Toronto) has been ranked as the second hippest district in the world by Vogue. That … Continue reading
Beer / My Adventures / Reviews
Great Beer Made in Toronto
Toronto, Ontario is up and coming on the craft beer scene in Canada, making its way quickly after British Colombia and Quebec. There are quite a few breweries within the city, great for any beer connoisseur… Beer Academy — Beer Academy really won my heart over with great service, a small (but perfect) selection of … Continue reading
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