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It’s Where I’m Going: Lithuania

October 12, 2026

Lithuania has always been a country that has interested me. Part of that comes from my lineage, as I am 8% Lithuanian, and that 8% gave me my surname. My great-great paternal grandmother was born in Lithuania before immigrating to the US via Canada. Add in a 2024 World Happiness Report naming it the happiest place on earth for those under 30, and this Baltic country quickly moved up my list. In the first entry of It’s Where I’m Going, I break down why Lithuania is a priority, what draws me to a place that is old, unique, and welcoming, and what getting there from the US really looks like. There are no direct flights, but easy connections through London, Amsterdam, or Helsinki make it a natural stop on a bigger Baltic trip or paired with Poland. Have you been? Let me know if it deserves its spot on my list.

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Seattle Travel Guide: Beauty, Food & Culture

August 28, 2026

Seattle gets a reputation it doesn’t fully deserve. Rainy, dirty, cold, those are the words people throw around, but after several trips, my adjectives look different: beautiful, picturesque, delicious, accessible, and yes, expensive. Tucked between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, it’s a city where you stop every few feet for another photo because the next angle is somehow better. In this post, I break down what I mean by each of those adjectives, from the glacially carved hills to the seafood and coffee scene, the honest cost of a trip, and why Seattle’s “unfriendly” reputation just isn’t true in my experience.

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It’s How I Wilmington

August 16, 2026

After a few weeks away, I’m excited to share some big news: It’s How I Wilmington has officially launched! This new blog is a companion to It’s How I Travel, dedicated entirely to my hometown of Wilmington, North Carolina. Nothing changes here on It’s How I Travel. I’ll still be sharing stories from past adventures and continuing to explore the world. But after writing an entire series on Wilmington, I realized the Port City deserved its own dedicated space. It’s How I Travel is about my love for travel and helping others discover authentic experiences shaped by a decade of constant movement. It’s How I Wilmington is about my love for the place I now call home, and why, after years of seeking kindness, diversity, and connection on the road, I chose to settle in Wilmington. Head over and check out the new site!

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