What Should Women Tourists Wear in Saudi Arabia?

When I had a flight booked from NYC to Riyadh, I was not only concerned with how I should dress on the plane, but how I should dress once I planned to exit the airport. I found conflicting information online; some sites saying to dress in the traditional hijab and abaya, while others saying women…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMarch 29, 202220Comments

Saudi Arabia

Can Women Tourists Travel to Saudi Arabia Alone?

When deciding what airline to take for my flight from New York City to Cairo, Egypt, I knew I wanted a flight in which I could take advantage of a long layover along the way. The most enticing options were through Aeroflot, with a long layover in Moscow, or Saudia Airlines, with a long layover…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMarch 27, 20227Comments

South Korea South Korea

Exploring Jeju Island: A Natural Wonder of The World

I met a nice man from Korea while I was traveling through the Philippines, and he told me if I ever made it to his homeland, I would be a fool to skip Jeju. I saved a little note in my phone, "Jeju Island, South Korea." A few weeks later, I was in Ha Long…

ByKaitlyn RosatiFebruary 20, 202212Comments

South Korea

I Need a Seoul-mate

South Korea was a place that was never too high on my radar, but I felt like it kept popping up (a good friend had just visited, I had been hearing a lot of incredible things about Jeju), so when I found a cheap flight, well ... you know the rest. Seoul, Korea I arrived in…

ByKaitlyn RosatiFebruary 20, 20221Comment

Iceland

10 Factors To Consider Before Your Trip to Iceland

With only a four-hour flight from mainland USA's East Coast, a visit to Iceland can easily be done in just a few short days. It's also great for a stopover between North America and mainland Europe, and with IcelandAir's "extended stopover" program, it's easy as pie. Convenience aside, Iceland is a breathtaking place that should…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 30, 202112Comments

Italy USA

Traveling On One Of Italy’s First “Covid-Tested” Flights

DISCLAIMER: This was my personal experience flying during Covid-19. You should always check travel restrictions based on your location, as rules often change by the day. I was mindlessly scrolling on my phone on May 14th, 2021, when I finally saw the words I’ve been waiting over a year to hear: “Italy is Officially Reopening…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 19, 20211Comment

Tanzania

Everything You Need To Know About Hiking Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro: Africa's highest point. The highest freestanding mountain in the world. 5,895 meters (19,340 feet) above sea level. If you crave both adventure and a challenge, hiking Kilimanjaro has most likely crossed your mind. I had been dreaming of doing the trek for four years before finally booking it, and after completing it,…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 19, 20198Comments

Tanzania

Which Route To Take For Kilimanjaro?

Hiking Kilimanjaro is a notoriously difficult feat, so you'll want to increase your chances of success any way you can. One of the best ways to ensure you reach the Uhuru Summit is by choosing the route that's best for you. I've put together this handy list for those planning to tackle this major hike,…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 19, 20192Comments

Vietnam

Day Trip to Hoi An: A UNESCO World Heritage Town

Checking out Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Town, while in Vietnam was right at the top of my bucket-list. I was on a bit of a time crunch, so I decided to only make a day trip out of it. The commute from Da Nang to Hoi An was a quick 45-minute bus ride…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 5, 20191Comment

Vietnam

How to See Ha Long Bay from Hanoi

Ha Long Bay is one of the new natural wonders of the world, and just an hour commute from Vietnam's capital city, Hanoi. There are many options to travel to Ha Long Bay from Hanoi, depending on the amount of time you want to spend there. Ha Long Bay, Vietnam You can, of course, book your…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 5, 20190Comments