Visiting the Azores: Three Days in Paradise
As I made my way up the trail, the weather shifted. Dense fog descended; I could barely see five feet
Skylar Renslow
I mostly walk around, take pictures, and write things.
City Guide: Dublin City Guide [Updated: 2023]
A field guide on where to eat and drink around Dublin, Ireland.
Travel During the Coronavirus? Please, Just Don’t Do It.
In the past couple of weeks, I’ve dusted off my snowboarding gear and bought a new (uh, used?) cable
Make the World a Better Place, Ditch Your Rollaboard
Disclaimer, prepare yourselves for a rant about something that most normal people don’t give a second thought. Typically rollaboards,
Oktoberfest in Munich: What You Need to Know
It’s in September, not October
Is this common knowledge by now? I feel like it should be, but just
How to Spend a Weekend in the Finger Lakes
Objectively, fall is the best time of year. You have crisp mornings, pumpkin spice lattes, and the vibrant foliage. If
Pubs, Pints & Castles: An Ireland Road Trip
The last few years, I’ve made it a tradition to travel abroad for Thanksgiving. I’m not quite sure
Aquavit: The Drink of Vikings
It seems like the Scandinavian countries are always at the forefront of design and innovation. You have heard about their
Solo Travel as an Introvert
Picture this: You’re backpacking through Southeast Asia, you meet a group of like-minded travelers, go out for a bowl
What is Poitín? The Irish Spirit Having a Renaissance
When you think of drinking in Ireland, your mind probably jumps to Guinness or Jameson. Those two have been a
A Poem and Tribute to the Dive Bar
Oh the humblest of watering holes
How you do stand the test of time!
You always seem to hold a
How to Find Cheap Housing for Your Trip
Hostels
The most obvious answer for solo travelers. Hostels provide a cheap and convenient option for people, but that does
Travel Workouts and Tips for Extended Trips
Travel and exercise seldom go hand in hand. Let’s be honest, the last thing you want to think about
District Brews: The Best Coffee in Washington, D.C.
The nation’s capital sure does know how to brew a good cup of coffee. Maybe it is mundane government
Why You Should Get Lost in a New City
Before I head to a new city, I love doing research. I think many people would agree that it might
Czech Beer Spas: A Review of Purkmister Hotel & Spa
I had heard of these Czech beer spas…do you bath in beer? Do you get drunk from sitting in
An Unexpected But Enjoyable Stopover in Iceland
Update: WOW Air is no longer with us. They’ve gone to a farm upstate to play with the other
Saving Money to Travel: Tips for All Budgets
Saving money to travel is tough. After tackling over 35k in student loans and medical debt, I’ve put a