Author Archives: Isabelle

The view at the top of Kaaterskill Falls in fall, one of the best hikes in Upstate New York
Easy Day Trips From NYC for Food, Culture & the Outdoors

New Yorkers! Need a small break from New York City living? Looking for an easy...

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Montauk Day Trip: Things to Do & Itinerary + Map

Welcome to the “end of the world” as Montauk is called. This beautiful small town...

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A woman standing at the outside entrance of Cafe Con Libros in Brooklyn, NYC.
14 Very Special Independent Bookstores in NYC

New York City is home to many indie bookstores, each of which has its own...

A group of women having dinner as a way of making friends in NYC.
17 Fun Experiences to Make New Friends in NYC

As a local New Yorker, I’m no stranger to the challenge of making friends in...

A woman holding a glass of poncha in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
The Perfect 5 Days in Madeira, Portugal Itinerary

My recent trip to the Portuguese Island of Madeira was… magical. Madeira exceeded my expectations...

What to Know When Visiting ​​Robert H. Treman State Park (Local’s Guide)

I just returned from another visit to Robert H. Treman State Park in Ithaca, a...

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23 Cute Things to Do NYC in January + Hidden Gems

Despite the cold weather, New York City in January can be a great time to...

24 Spectacular Places & Things to Do in Madeira, Portugal

The Portuguese Island of Madeira is a dot in the vast Atlantic Ocean, on the...

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A woman standing on a mountain during a hike in Madeira, Portugal
23 Things to Know Before You Travel to Madeira, Portugal

Did you know there is a Portuguese island just a 5.5 hour direct flight from...

REVIEW of My Yoga Retreat at Mandala de Masca in Tenerife, Spain

Mandala de Masca is a yoga retreat space perched up in the mighty mountains of...