Posts by Jessie Festa
Azores Travel: Exploring Adventure & Artisan Culture On São Jorge Island
It takes me a bit to get used to the hairpin turns, the almost Mario Kart-like feeling of zooming right into basalt rock walls or toppling down cliffside. Luckily, the idyllic scenery of São Jorge, a mix of water, mountains and country, helps relax me; and once I do, I really enjoy my foreign surroundings.…Read more...
Notes On Being A Good Traveler, With No Intent On Arriving
I love this quote by Lao Tzu. To me, it’s not referring so much to the actual hotel and your bookings, but to a mindset of taking things as they come and being open to any outcome. It’s going on a trip and not knowing what exactly will happen, but appreciating the journey either way. When…Read more...
Photo Journal: A Spectacular Desert Sunset In Jordan
Looking through my Jordan photos, I immediately stop at this one. I can still feel the separating of sand under my flip flops, and how I cursed myself for such a poor footwear choice for a hike. The smell in the air was warm, if that could be a smell, a mix of tea laced…Read more...
Ask Jessie: Is South America Safe For Solo Female Travelers?
This question was submitted by a Jessie on a Journey reader Kaitlin from Washington, who is planning a trip from Cuzco, Peru, through Bolivia, and ending in Argentina. Here is my reply: South America is possibly the most popular destination on Jessie on a Journey, and at least a few times every week I get…Read more...
Eat The Azores: A Delicious Look At São Jorge Cheese Culture
São Jorge Cheese (Queijo São Jorge) is a semi-hard to hard cheese made from unpasteurized cow’s milk specifically on the island of São Jorge — but you’ll be able to find it at restaurants all over the Azores, nine volcanic islands 1,525 kilometers/948 miles off the coast of Portugal. It’s so important it has Protected…Read more...
Exploring Hydroelectricity Through Hiking On São Miguel In The Azores [Photo Essay]
There are over 20 designated hiking trails — not to mention 10+ unofficial ones — on the Azorean island of São Miguel, a must-add to your Portugal travel itinerary. If you enjoy the outdoors, it’s recommended to do at least one, even if you only have a little bit of time. This was the case…Read more...
7 Reasons Wollongong Is The Ultimate Destination For Adrenaline Junkies
Guest Post By Dawn Koch Located just 52 miles south of Sydney, Wollongong or “The Gong” as it’s affectionately referred to by residents, tends to be overshadowed by its larger, hipper neighbor. But this city’s laid back coastal lifestyle and natural beauty makes it a great place to visit or live, and it’s even been…Read more...
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