Jessie on a Journey

I get emails on a daily basis from people asking how they can build a successful travel blog and travel the world as their career. As someone who has been able to create a full-time job and income out of travel blogging, I can say that it is hard work [...]

While Accra may be the capital of Ghana, Africa, it is understood by travelers that Cape Coast is a destination favorite. The area is quite touristy, with myriad attractions, shops, and beaches. And for tourists looking to feel a little less foreign, this is the perfect place. Why Go? In [...]

Travel isn’t just about seeing new cities and discovering new landscapes. Many times, the physical journey leads the traveler on an internal journey, as well. From my experiences backpacking solo, volunteering abroad, living with families in other countries and being open to new adventures, I’ve learned a lot about life [...]

For those who are afraid of flying, new research shows music may be your cure. Digital music service Spotify recently commissioned a study that was carried out by anxiety psychologist Dr. Becky Spelman from the Private Therapy Clinic in London. It investigated the type of music that best helps calm [...]

One reason many people hesitate to travel solo is a fear of loneliness. Although I am an advocate of traveling alone, I will admit sometimes this feeling can begin to seep in. Luckily, there are many ways to overcome the problem. To help you get over your feelings of solitude, [...]

The above video may only be three minutes long, but it certainly contains a thought-provoking message. As scenes of Peru’s beautiful and diverse terrain are shown, you’ll be wondering why you aren’t traveling to the culturally-rich country right now. Peru has a special magic about it; a culture that is [...]

“Here’s your ‘Dirty White Hoe’,” Brady winks, passing me a large glass filled with half Double White Ale and half Black Raspberry Wheat. I’m already giddy to order another, just because I like saying the name. I’m at Southampton Publick House in Long Island’s exclusive Southampton village. It’s the unofficial [...]

In Amman, the capital of Jordan, visitors can find a variety of places to dine: local eateries, international restaurants, hotel dining rooms, trendy rooftop bars, gastro pubs, Irish bars and more. While these types of venues offer great experiences — like ethical meals at Wild Jordan, rooftop cocktails and gastronomy [...]

While there are many places to enjoy apres ski in Park City, Utah, High West Distillery and Saloon takes the idea to a whole different level. In fact, the establishment is the world’s first and only ski-in gastro distillery. Built in 1914, the two-story Victorian style pyramid house was originally [...]

One of my favorite ways to get to know a culture is through their national and regional drinks. Here, I share some of my favorite libations from around the world, so you can bring them from abroad to your home. Caipirinha - Brazil Literally translated, caipirinha translates to “country bumpkin”, although [...]