Travel has taught us that countries are never just their stereotypes. They are not simply “safe” or “unsafe,” “rich” or “poor,” “friendly” or “dangerous.” The media is often fueled by fear, thats something I hear a lot. Real experience is fueled by presence, curiosity, and human connection.The more we travel, the more we realize that…
I’m writing this from Puerto Rico, and I already know that one day I will probably read these words again and remember exactly what this part of our journey felt like. Maybe I’ll be sitting somewhere with Jay, maybe we’ll have a family of our own, and we’ll look back at the time when we…
I’ve always believed that some moments quietly rearrange your whole life before you even realize what’s happening. This is one of those stories, and it still feels a little unreal to write down, even now. It started on November 27, 2024. My best friend and I flew to Punta Cana for a girls’ trip. No…