Carnival over 30: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
At 32 years old, I took my first trip to Trinidad Carnival and it was the most exhilarating experience of my entire life. I barely slept, I sustained injuries I couldn’t explain and came...
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The Day I Ran Out of Money in Cuba
I’ll be honest and say I’m not the most conservative person when it comes to travel. I eat what I want, splurge on crazy excursions, and spend whatever I need to make memories on my...
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My Helicopter Ride Over A Rainbow at Victoria Falls
2 weeks after I lost my job I paid $150 for a 12 min helicopter ride over Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe/Zambia. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, and unequivocally one...
6 Months Later: Reflections on India & A New Life
As I watched this video for the first time today, I’m shocked I was able to get through the interview without tearing up. I had just been laid off at my former agency, and...
My First TV Appearance!!
Hey guys! I’m super excited to announce I’ll be on TV for the very first time as a Travel Expert on a new talk show called The Security Brief. I’ll admit I was thoroughly confused...
50 Shades of Happiness at the Brooklyn Pop Up Dinner
I mean, it’s just a pot-luck, right? Why is it such a big deal? And what exactly am I paying for if I have to bring my own food? Maybe I should sit this...
How 12 Hours in Abu Dhabi Became The Best Layover of All Time
At around 7 AM on Christmas morning, my phone blew up with text messages about a fare glitch on Etihad Airways. When I saw a flight to India my friend Melody and I needed at half...
9 Smart Tips for Ladies Traveling Solo
Traveling solo is an extremely liberating experience that every woman should try at least once. You can do whatever you want without having to consult with a group or partner, and gives you the freedom to...
5 Reasons Johannesburg is Just Like Brooklyn
When I first started telling folks I was heading to Johannesburg, you would have thought I said I was headed to war. “Girl, be careful out there!” “I hear it’s dangerous. Don’t go out...
Hostel, Hotel or Airbnb? How to Choose Your Travel Home
This article originally appeared in Parlour Magazine I’m a sucker for luxury accommodations but once I hit the age where splitting expensive rooms with eight friends was no longer cute, I searched for cheaper options....
Bites, Booze & Brooklyn: Like A Local Food Tour
When I first moved to New York 10 years ago, friends who came to visit always wanted to see the major attractions: Times Square, Ground Zero, and anywhere Carrie went on Sex and the...
The Vibrant Street Art of Johannesburg
When people told me Johannesburg is just like Brooklyn, I knew I’d find some cool artwork on the streets! My first day in town I wandered into a coffee shop, showed the barista a...
Getting Around in Johannesburg & Cape Town
You’ve booked your flight, reserved a hotel and now it’s time to figure out how to get around during your trip to South Africa! Luckily, there are plenty of options to choose from in...
![3 weeks until we hit the road on Carnival Tuesday in Trinidad!!! I'll be sharing last minute tips for training and planning on Facebook [Brooklyn Travel Addict] & Twitter [@bktraveladdict] so be sure to follow for the latest! #Duckin #pahtydone #ProfessionalDrinka #DipAndRoll #CarnivalAddict #travel #trinidad #soulsociety](t51.2885-15/s320x320/e35/12552342_1546168015703266_848459990_n.jpg "3 weeks until we hit the road on Carnival Tuesday in Trinidad!!! I'll be sharing last minute tips for training and planning on Facebook [Brooklyn Travel Addict] & Twitter [@bktraveladdict] so be sure to follow for the latest! #Duckin #pahtydone #ProfessionalDrinka #DipAndRoll #CarnivalAddict #travel #trinidad #soulsociety")
