When my husband first moved to Portland, he couldn’t shake the nagging feeling that the street he lived on sounded familiar. The street? Flanders. When I explained that several Simpsons character names hail from Portland, he was surprised. This resulted…
15 Must-See Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Dubrovnik
Post overview: Top Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Dubrovnik My husband and I recently spent two weeks in Dubrovnik, booking our trip months in advance without realizing how small the city was. As such, we had more than enough…
10 Gratifying Portland Food Cart Pods You Won’t Want to Miss
Anyone that visits Portland knows that endeavoring to find the best food cart pods in Portland is a rite of passage. In fact, our street food scene is so well known that Portland was ranked one of the best street…
The 20 Most Beautiful Places in Oregon (Lifelong Local’s Guide)
When you’re born in Oregon, you quickly learn that no other place will ever feel like home simply because there are so many beautiful places in Oregon that make it impossible to stay away too long. How do I know?…
30 Remarkable Things to Do in Rome, Italy (Helpful Guide)
Looking for the best things to do in Rome? I just returned from a month long stay and wanted to share some of the highlights from my trip. As you already know, I’m not one for small talk, so let’s…
The Breathtaking 7 Wonders of Oregon (+5 to Add ASAP
Let’s talk about the Seven Wonders of Oregon, because it probably comes as no surprise that Oregon is a great place to live. How great? Immeasurably so, especially if you’re a sucker for natural splendor. My husband and I are…