Valletta, Malta Happy Thursday! I'm leaving super early tomorrow to fly to Japan! I can't wait, as I've heard nothing but good things about the country... and it's my 30th country! I'll be exploring Tokyo for a few days before my friends fly in and we spend two weeks touring the country with EF Ultimate Break. (PS - they have a sale with up to 20% off trips until TONIGHT!) In a few days, I'll start sharing stories on Instagram and Facebook, so make sure you're following me to see everything...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Cefalu, Sicily, Italy Happy Thursday! I'm at the airport in Turkey heading home from an AMAZING three weeks in Sicily and Malta (with a little stopover here in Istanbul the last couple nights). I'll have a full review in next week's email. If you can't wait, make sure to follow me on Instagram and Facebook where I've been sharing the trip. Until then... Let’s talk about what to look for when booking hotels, Vrbos, or Airbnbs so you can avoid surprises and get the most value for your money....
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Gelato :) Happy Thursday! I'm writing this from the island of Sicily, Italy. I'm here to celebrate my birthday, go on one of EF Ultimate Break's new tours, then explore a country I never even heard of before they went on last season of the Bachelor. I'll have a ton more to share from this trips in a couple weeks... After all, it just started :) Before I go grab some pasta for dinner, I want to talk about how to find cheap airfare, something that can make a huge difference in your travel...
2 months ago • 3 min read
Happy Thursday! For today, I wanted to share some of my upcoming trips with all of you. I share these for a few reasons.... People are frequently asking me and DMing me wanting to know where I'm going next. Ask and you shall receive :) I try to make this newsletter as helpful as possible when it hits your inbox on Thursdays. But, these travel updates are one way I need help from YOU. If you have any tips, restaurant recommendations, or anything else to share about the places I'm going, I...
2 months ago • 4 min read
Hi - from Cappadocia, Turkey! Happy Thursday! I thought it was time I reintroduced myself... Hi :) I'm Sarah—thanks for being part of my travel community! Whether you’ve been here a while or just joined, I'm glad you're here. I’m a solo traveler and blogger who shares practical tips, destination guides, and itineraries to help you plan trips with less stress and more fun—whether it’s a weekend getaway or your next big international trip. Here’s what you’ll find on my site and in my emails: ✔...
3 months ago • 3 min read
Happy Thursday! I wanted to share an exciting, upcoming event with you all today... I'm speaking on Day 3! Planning a trip to Western Europe can feel like a headache—figuring out the itinerary, transportation, and how not to fall for tourist traps. Sound familiar? Good news: I’ve got something to make it way easier. 🎉 The Travel Western Europe Summit is a FREE 3-day event to help you plan with confidence and avoid common pitfalls. Whether you’re dreaming, planning, or already wishing for a...
3 months ago • 3 min read
Spring Training in Glendale, AZ Happy Thursday! I'm back from two weeks in Arizona, and it was so fun! The weather was great, the food in Tucson was INCREDIBLE, TravelCon was so fun, and I had a blast with my mom at Spring Training. One of the most common questions I get about traveling is how I find fun activities and tours to do in cities all over the world. My response? GetYourGuide! And I even have a special discount for you :) GetYourGuide makes booking tours, tickets, and activities...
3 months ago • 3 min read
At the pyramids in Giza, Egypt Happy Thursday! I'm coming to you from Arizona where I am for TravelCon - one of the many conferences for travel creators. I'm excited to kick things off tomorrow with a day of networking, socializing, and exploring Tucson. If you'll also be at TravelCon, let me know so we can meet up :) I finished my full review of my Egypt & Jordan trip on my blog, which you can check out here: https://exponentialtravels.com/ef-ultimate-break-egypt-and-jordan/ I went with EF...
4 months ago • 3 min read
At the Treasury in Petra, Jorda Happy Thursday! I'm back from Egypt and Jordan... and it was AMAZING. Jordan has been at the top of my list for a few years now, and finally getting to go was a dream come true. The country truly exceeded my expectations in every way, from the food to the people to seeing one of the seven Wonders of the World. I think a week in Jordan is the perfect amount of time there, and this time of year had no crowds and the weather was great! A little chilly, but I'd...
4 months ago • 3 min read