The Journal

Field notes from a working travel advisor.

Destination guides, cultural insights, and the small details that make a trip unforgettable — drawn from my travel blog, Reaching Wonders.

Italy · Featured

Discover Wine, History & Splendor in Tuscany and Rome

Rolling hills, ancient roads, and long lunches that turn into long afternoons — a love letter to Tuscany and the Eternal City.

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Greece — Athens, Mykonos & Santorini

Greece

Athens, Mykonos & Santorini

History, parties, and romance — a journey through the cradle of Western civilization and the Cyclades.

Mexico — Riviera Maya, the Pacific Coast & Chichen Itza

Mexico

Riviera Maya, the Pacific Coast & Chichen Itza

White-sand beaches, cenotes, and ancient ruins — Mexico beyond the resort gates.

Spain — Sevilla, Granada, Cordoba & Beyond

Spain

Sevilla, Granada, Cordoba & Beyond

A mesh of colors and culture — Andalusia's quiet courtyards, flamenco nights, and golden-hour rooftops.

More From The Journal

39 countries and counting.

I've wandered through 39 countries and collected stories, sights, and flavors along the way. Click on the destinations with links to explore the places I've personally discovered and loved on Reaching Wonders.

Europe

Asia

Africa

North America & Caribbean

United States

South America

  • Argentina
  • Colombia
  • Peru
  • Uruguay

Sample Itineraries

Curated trip guides.

Two of my published itineraries on Fora Travel — a window into how I design a trip from start to finish.

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For photo journals, in-the-moment travel notes, and destination inspiration between blog posts, follow me at @reachingwonders.