I grew up in Upstate New York, and as a child, I resented the area. Why would my parents choose such a desolate, cold area to raise their kids in? Well, after years of resentment, I finally have a great appreciation for the beauty that is Upstate New York. Would I ever move back? Nope,…
There are many different ways to stay connected abroad, whether it's through connecting to local WiFi or buying a SIM card or signing up for an international data plan. Especially for solo travelers, it can be crucial to stay connected while frolicking in foreign spots. With travel at an all-time high, most international consumers now…
Many women who travel to New York will have to ask the daunting question we all do when we travel anywhere: Is New York safe for women? While safety is subjective, I've lived in NYC for over 10 years and have taken myself out on many solo date nights. Some places are just better equipped…
Traveling with a pet is something that takes a lot of logistical planning, and one of the biggest concerns travelers have is where they'll stay if they bring their pooch along. New York City is an extremely dog-friendly hub, with an estimated 600,000 dogs calling The Big Apple home. For those looking to head to…
As White Lotus Season 2 comes to a conclusion, the desire to travel to Sicily has rapidly increased. This is long overdue, as Sicily is fairly overlooked in comparison to mainland Italy. There are so many reasons to visit Sicily, and after I went in June of 2021, I can confirm a revisit will be…
There's no denying that Christmas in New York is a wonderful time of year. There are trees propped up all over the city, lights hanging on every corner, and eateries decked to the nines in Christmas decor. Not to mention, the options for festive activities are seemingly endless. However, not every New York Christmas activity…
Out of all of the cities and airports in the world, I've had the most layovers in Istanbul. With Turkish Airlines offering an extended stopover program, there's no reason to not try to see the city. Though 24 hours is not nearly enough for not only Istanbul, but the vast, beautiful country that is Türkiye…
In 2022, and my travel writing career finally started to gain some traction after three years of ups, downs, and complete standstills. I started writing for The Points Guy, TheTravel, and my blog's traffic increased by over 600% (thank YOU for being a part of that!). An exciting part of being a travel writer is…
Pro-tip: Don't feel like doing all of the planning on your own? Book a guided historical tour to see the city's highlights.
Stop #1: Duomo di Milano
My first time visiting the Duomo di Milano in May 2019. PHOTO: Kaitlyn Rosati
If you only have one day in Milan, it's worth prioritizing its most famous sight…
"Buy experiences, not things." This is something you'll likely hear from many of the travelers in your life, or perhaps something you've found yourself saying. I mean, sure, new cozy sweaters and fancy kitchen gadgets are cool, but not quite as memorable as an all-inclusive trip to The Dominican Republic, or a roundtrip ticket to…
