About

I was bitten by the travel bug at an early age – what remains are fond memories of childhood outings and family vacations (and of course more than a few awkward family photos, those remain too). Today, I’m making new travel memories, sometimes solo, more often with friends and family. But as memories fade, so do the details. I write because I want to savor the details of my travels, and make the memories last just a little bit longer.

Traveling offers me an opportunity to recharge, to learn new things, to change perspective. It offers an escape from the day-to-day, a getaway (a vacay!) from work, from life, from ordinary-reality. I pursue travel like a trained professional. As they say, “do what you love.”

I love researching new destinations – because I’m curious. I’m curious about people and places, sights and sounds, tastes and smells. I love vacations, staycations, and daycations – long or short, near or far, budget or lavish, bring it on! I also love revisiting past favorites – and that’s why I started documenting my trips. I want to remember the journey, the experience, how I got there, where I went, and the people I shared it with! But most importantly, I love helping others – as a resource or advisor, so I offer up my trip tips and travel tricks.

This is where I share my notes and thoughts – of the places that I don’t want to forget. This is where I tell my stories – of the places I have been, and the places I have loved. This, is my novel.

“When our past becomes a novel our memories are sharpened.” – Carlos Eire, Waiting for Snow in Havana

— Alina C. —