It’s officially spring in Colorado right now. And for those not versed in mountain life, let me clue you in: spring doesn’t actually bring all that many flowers. Continue reading “Recharged”
Is Flying Economy Comfort Really Worth It?
Being cramped into uncomfortably tight spaces is a reality of flying – especially for those of us not moneyed enough to afford a first class ticket. Continue reading “Is Flying Economy Comfort Really Worth It?”
Best of: Camino de Santiago, 2011
The Camino de Santiago was my first ever solo travel adventure. Continue reading “Best of: Camino de Santiago, 2011”
Best of: Dominican Republic 2012/2013
It has been years since we spent the holidays in my mother’s homeland of the Dominican Republic. Continue reading “Best of: Dominican Republic 2012/2013”
Best of: Mexico 2013
Thinking about the three months Austin and I spent backpacking through southern Mexico in 2013 makes my heart soar. Continue reading “Best of: Mexico 2013”
Where’s Mariana Moving Next? What I’ve Been Up To
Never in my life have I gone so long without a plan. Continue reading “Where’s Mariana Moving Next? What I’ve Been Up To”
Best Of: Japan 2014
It’s been over a month since mom and I returned from Japan, and 14 blog posts later I’m still struggling with how to adequately summarize our weeks in this confusing, enchanting place. Continue reading “Best Of: Japan 2014”
Japanese Toilets: Are They Really That Great?
In addition to the wealth of culture I anticipated experiencing on this visit, there were three things that I was monumentally excited for while planning my trip to Japan: the food, the onsens, and the toilets. Continue reading “Japanese Toilets: Are They Really That Great?”
On Being a Tourist, Not a Traveler
Before going to Japan, I believed in two types of trips: travel and vacation. Continue reading “On Being a Tourist, Not a Traveler”
Japan Eats
I love food. Continue reading “Japan Eats”








