Since all my trips for 2020 are essentially canceled, I’ve had plenty of time to reflect on past trips, and one of my favorites was to Mexico in May 2017. During the course of our long distance relationship, Burhan and I met in multiple countries, including in Canada and Hungary. However, this trip was Burhan’s… Continue reading 7 Things I Learned in Mexico City
Author: Alexis
I'm a Floridian living in Washington, DC. I love sports, traveling, and speaking different languages. In my free time, you can find me at the library, trying a new restaurant in town, and plotting my next trip.
What It Means to Be a Traveler When You’re Quarantined
If you would’ve asked me six months ago about how I thought 2020 would progress, I guarantee you that a pandemic was never something I predicted or imagined. COVID-19 has disrupted life in nearly every corner of the globe, and we don’t know when it will be over. For someone who loves buckling her seat… Continue reading What It Means to Be a Traveler When You’re Quarantined
A Day at the U.S. Open
Hey, everyone! One of my travel goals this year was to return to the U.S. Open, and I'm happy to say that I was successful! I'm a huge tennis fan; I love both watching and playing. Despite the fact that the tournament ended in mid-September, I want to share with you my experiences from attending in 2018 and… Continue reading A Day at the U.S. Open
One Year with the Chase Sapphire Reserve
I recently received a charge for my Chase Sapphire Reserve's (CSR) annual fee, which reminded me that I’ve had this credit card for one year now. All I can say is: why did I not get this card sooner?? I’m no spokesperson for Chase (I'm really not!), but this card has been a game changer… Continue reading One Year with the Chase Sapphire Reserve
Five More Things to See and Do in Istanbul
Hey everyone! My last post was a recap about my time in Izmir, a beautiful, lively city on the Aegean. I also spent a few days at a resort in Antalya, and then went to Istanbul for four days. While I’ve been to Istanbul many times before, there is always something new to see, do, or… Continue reading Five More Things to See and Do in Istanbul
Rediscovering Izmir
A few weeks have passed since I returned from Turkey. This was my big international trip of the year, and I hadn't visited since September 2017. Overall, I had a great time, much like my past trips. I was able to spend time with my boyfriend and his family in Izmir, relax at a resort in… Continue reading Rediscovering Izmir
Enjoying D.C. in the Springtime
After five long, cold, and dreary months, Washington, D.C. is waking up! Springtime brings crowds from all over the country and world here, which is both a blessing and a curse. The locals are coming out more—brunching, jogging, playing sports, and enjoying the atmosphere—which is exciting. In addition, I’m thrilled to not need to wear… Continue reading Enjoying D.C. in the Springtime
How to Survive a Long Flight
Other than a quick weekend back home in Tampa, I haven’t had a major trip since New Orleans. I’m staying busy enough in D.C., but I’m starting to get the urge to travel again. Luckily, I only have to wait a little bit longer because I will be back in Turkey in less than three… Continue reading How to Survive a Long Flight
Three Days in New Orleans
I recently checked off my first travel goal of 2019 by spending a long weekend in New Orleans. The city is so unique and has a lot of offer, and I'm pretty impressed with how much I was able to do. So, how do I recommend spending 72 hours in the Big Easy? The First… Continue reading Three Days in New Orleans
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