A misty morning in Dogwood Canyon

19 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Missouri

Famous for inspiring Mark Twain’s novels including The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, I discovered on my five week Missouri road trip that this intriguing Midwestern state had a wonderfully laid-back vibe — all wide-open spaces, sprawling mountains, rolling plains, winding rivers, and hidden gems. Here are the unforgettable places that made my trip so special…

My snap of Old Sacramento State Historic Park

19 Awesome Places to Visit in May in the USA

In my experience, May is a special time to travel around the USA – with longer days, mild weather, and far fewer crowds! After living here for several years and exploring the country in spring, these are my favorite gems to visit in May, each offering something uniquely special this time of year…

My drone shot of the city of Regensburg taken in 2024

19 Most Enchanting Places to Explore in Germany

I love how Germany is proud of both its age-old traditions with progressive ideals. It’s filled with charming villages, moody forests, romantic river valleys, vineyards, half-timbered towns, and the majestic Alps. Half my family live in this intriguing country and from my many trips visiting them (and Berlin aside), here are the places I thought were the true gems…

Best places to visit in June in the ISA

19 Amazing Places to Explore in June in the USA

With long days, clear blue skies, and hours of sunshine, I’ve always found June to be one of the best times to explore the USA. After living here for several years and traveling widely during this month, these are my favorite places to visit – from fun cities to Insta-worthy coastal towns…

My photos of Cannes yachts taken in August 2024

19 Truly Enchanting Places to Visit in France

The gorgeously diverse country, which has inspired by centuries of influential writers, artists, and poets, includes huge mountain ranges, acres of unspoilt countryside, and long stretches of sparkling coastline. From my many trips to France (over fifteen now!)—and putting Paris aside—these are some of the jaw-dropping places I completely fell in love with…

My snapshot showing gondolas moored along the lagoon with the island of San Giorgio Maggiore taken in July

22 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Italy

I think Italy is a magical country with incredible diversity, where beauty lies in quiet, cobbled backstreets and traditional trattorias as much as in stunning beaches and the countryside. Having lived here for many years now, I’m excited to share my favorite spots, from well-known gems to hidden treasures…

My photo of Palma Harbour in Majorca taken July 2024

17 Peaceful Places to Stay in Majorca for Travel Snobs

While Majorca is popular with British tourists, it still has plenty of charming corners where you can escape the crowds. After exploring the island on multiple trips over the last few years – staying in everything from rustic fincas to stylish boutique hotels – I’ve uncovered some real hidden gems that offer a more unique and tranquil side of the island…