I am based in Charleston, and I love experiencing and seeing the world in new ways through art and culture. Here, expect some ideas on cultural experiences, yoga spots, and cafes suitable to meet a new friend or fellow traveler, to journal and to get a caffeine fix. Not to mention some tips about travel, sometimes in a foreign, non-English speaking land with only a backpack and passport in hand. I hope this blog explores the transformative power of travel and the beautiful tension between belonging and wandering—between the roots that ground us and the wings that carry us toward new discoveries.

Charleston's coastal location and rich maritime history make it a seafood lover's paradise. From dock-to-table concepts to historic establishments, the Holy City offers an incredible array of restaurants serving the freshest catches from the Atlantic Ocean and local rivers. Here's your ultimate guide to the best seafood restaurants in Charleston, featuring both innovative newcomers and beloved classics.

Park City is the perfect mountain town. Combining its artistic vibe, culinary scene and a deep appreciation and quick access to the outdoors, Park City strikes a balance between luxury and comfort for any traveler. Whatever your daily activity may be, can easily stroll Park City's Historic Main Street for great shopping and top-notch culinary spots. Offerings for outdoor recreation are accessible, ubiquitous and diverse. The winter slopes were once featured in the Olympics, and in summer the mountains (and nearby state parks and reservoirs) transform into a hiking, mountain biking, fishing and camping mecca.   

A short road trip connects two very different California deserts. Palm Springs, a chic mid-century architectural haven and retro playground for movie stars, such as Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra. The other, Joshua Tree, a hippy and mystic, stripped down piece of earth known as the backdrop and incubator for music icons such as Graham Parsons and U2.

After so much travel through the years, I've become a pro-packer despite varying climates and time zones. And by default, every time I start packing for long trips with limited items, I think deeply about the things we carry in life. Why is editing out unnecessary people, places and things so trying, difficult and sometimes painful? Why does saying "no" seem like bad manners? And why can the weight of people's asks and expectations feel so overwhelming and disorienting? Why is it so tricky to travel light?