January 31, 2020

Oman Road Trip: 10 Days Through a Wonderful & Diverse Country

January 31, 2020/ Lisa DeSimone

When I told people I was going to Oman, many were confused. Why would I want to travel to the Middle East, and to a Muslim country? There seems to be an ongoing (and I think increasing) reluctance by many to visit Muslim countries and/or the Middle East. I believe that anyone who decides to paint all of the countries in this region with one broad brush stroke would really be missing out. Oman is a very safe, moderately conservative, lovely country and the Omani people are extremely kind, courteous and friendly. After having spent 10 days on a road trip through Oman, I can definitively say that Oman is incredibly safe and clean - and overall a great place to visit. Read more about my time in this wonderful and diverse country

March 10, 2019

A Complete Guide to Walking the Three Capes Track in Tasmania

March 10, 2019/ Lisa DeSimone

Planning a trip to Tasmania? If so, you need to consider walking the Three Capes Track on the Tasman Peninsula. This 4 day, 48 km walk highlights the rugged beauty and amazing coastline of this stunning peninsula and is not to be missed. It’s not a particularly challenging walk, but it’s definitely worth doing in order to truly experience this area of Tasmania - the scenery was often jaw-dropping. Here I provide all the details you need in order to plan and thoroughly enjoy this beautiful walk.

February 10, 2018

My Guide to Southern Sri Lanka

February 10, 2018/ Lisa DeSimone

In January I found myself back in Sri Lanka, on a solo trip that I purposely designed to be slow, relaxing and peaceful. The last (and first) time I visited this lush, green island was in the fall 2015. At that time, a friend and I made our way around the island in a whirlwind, self-guided tour that left me exhilarated but exhausted. This time around I decided that things would be different, and so I planned a trip focusing more on wellness and less on culture. What I didn’t realize at the time of planning the trip was how much I needed this type of escape!

March 28, 2017

My Favorite Things About Madrid

March 28, 2017/ Lisa DeSimone

I started my current trip by spending 3 full days in Madrid. I know this is daring to say but I didn't love Madrid. I liked it well enough, but there was something missing for me. Here are my thoughts as to why, and also my favorite things in Madrid.

February 26, 2017

ON SAFARI IN KENYA: finding peace in the stillness

February 26, 2017/ Lisa DeSimone

Some three weeks ago, I returned from a week on safari in the Maasai Mara of Kenya. The trip was everything I had hoped it would be -- and more. I didn't just come home with 4,000+ images; I also came home with a newfound appreciation for the calm I've created in my life since I stopped working. Read more about the unexpected ways in which this trip moved me - and why I still can't stop thinking about my time there.