Snow-capped mountains with colorful autumn foliage in a scenic landscape.

Wander with Me

From my journeys to yours—travel inspiration, itinerary ideas, and practical tips from a globe-trotting explorer.

Rails Through Germany: A Journey Across Five Unforgettable Cities

Leaving Luxembourg, I began my journey through Germany with a short train ride to Trier. From there, the route continued to Koblenz before traversing through Bavaria’s storybook towns — Bamberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and Würzburg — finally ending in Frankfurt, where I would fly home. Roman Sites Galore…

Luxembourg: Europe’s Best-Kept Secret

While scanning a map of Europe for somewhere new to explore near the start of my travels in Germany, Luxembourg quietly caught my attention. I knew little about it beyond its reputation as one of Europe’s smallest—and most expensive—countries. I was surprised…

U.K. Trip, Part IV: Three Days in Glasgow

Glasgow held a lot of surprises for me—in the best way. It may not have Edinburgh’s skyline, but it more than makes up for it with bold creativity, striking Victorian architecture, and a thriving arts scene. The city feels wonderfully authentic—less…