Soles of a Nomad

This isn’t how we usually travel—five countries in five days? Not our style. But somehow, our Central Europe road trip from Bohemian Prague to the Adriatic breeze of Croatia turned into a highlight reel of medieval towns, hilltop lunches, and lakeside picnics. Come see how a flight hack turned into one of our most memorable detours.

Some works of art don’t just please the eye—they punch the soul. This post reflects on the rare and unforgettable moments when a painting or sculpture reaches across time and medium to move you, overwhelm you, and quietly change you.

Some people hate Athens. We get it. But we had one of our all-time favorite travel experiences there—eating lamb chops from a bucket on a hilltop at sunset. Athens has grit, history, character, and food that rivals any European capital. Here’s why we loved it.

Once upon a time, we rode Eurail across Europe. But with three teenagers in tow, cheap flights made more sense. For $25–$45 a ticket, we zigzagged across the continent—and into Morocco—learning to pack light, print creatively, and negotiate with budget airline bureaucracy along the way.

Landing in Moscow was just the beginning. From surviving a wild taxi ride to accidentally finding my hotel in the freezing dark, my Moscow travel adventure taught me that sometimes chaos leads to the best stories.

Moscow’s subway was confusing—but meeting Boris turned a frustrating journey into one of the most meaningful experiences of my travel life.