Joy and Journey

Steph March 21, 2017 Brazil

12 Harsh Truths about Being an Awkward American Girl in Rio de Janeiro

The struggle is real for an awkward American girl in one of Latin America’s sexiest cities.

View Post

Steph March 14, 2017 Mexico

What to Do in Mexico City: The Best Things to Do in CDMX (by area)

Wondering what to do in Mexico City? I spill the beans on the best places to visit, eat, and drink in my adopted home, neighborhood by neighborhood.

View Post

Steph March 8, 2017 Central America

My Favorite Places to Stay: Best Hotels and Hostels in Central America and Mexico

From under $10 and up to $100, all of these best hotels and hostels in Central America share one thing in common: AWESOMENESS.

View Post

Steph March 1, 2017 South America

My Favorite Places to Stay Under $100 a Night: Best Hotels and Hostels in South America

From under $10 and up to $100, all of these best hotels and hostels in South America share one thing in common: VALUE.

View Post

Steph February 28, 2017 Chile

A Visit to the Valley of the Moon: Valle de la Luna, Chile

While San Pedro de Atacama wasn’t really my cup of tea, the Valle de la Luna (also known as the Valley of the Moon) was absolutely breathtaking. Literally.

View Post

Steph February 21, 2017 Travel Advice

How to Choose a Language School Abroad

Choosing a language school can make a HUGE impact on your language learning ability. A great school will aid your quest in becoming fluent, while a bad school may serve to only frustrate and confuse you.

View Post

Steph February 13, 2017 Guatemala

I’m Fostering a Rescued Street Dog from Guatemala

Guatemala doesn’t have almost any shelter facilities nor general population interest in adoption, so I decided to bring Shanti home to Mexico.

View Post

Steph January 31, 2017 Bolivia

My Horse Riding Accident in Middle-of-Nowhere Bolivia

My long-time horse riding DREAM was about to turn from slightly uncomfortable into an absolute nightmare.

View Post

Steph January 17, 2017 Personal

I GOT MARRIED!

I have a REALLY REALLY REALLY good reason for this total silence… and no, I haven’t run away to Thailand (again).

View Post

Steph January 1, 2017 Uncategorized

Schedule a Travel Consultation with Me

What is a travel consultation? If you’ve got travel-relayed questions, I’ve got answers. A travel consultation provides personalized travel advice based on first-hand experience. A travel consultation is NOT the same as an appointment with…

View Post