Hi, I’m Becca! A spontaneous trip to Costa Rica during college sparked my love for traveling and I just can’t seem to snuff it out! I’m on a mission to visit 100 countries and I’m taking you along with me. My favorite place to explore is always the one I’ve just returned from, but some of my most treasured memories have been at the breathtaking Swiss Alps, the crystal-clear waters of Roatan, Honduras, and the ancient Acropolis in Athens.

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HOW TO SPEND FOUR DAYS IN INTERLAKEN

You could spend months on end in Interlaken without tiring of the beauty and endless outdoor activities, but many people don’t get that luxury! So with four days, you can absolutely hit the highlights without having to move a mile a minute, as is the American way. Situated below the mountains in between two alpine lakes, Interlaken is a perfect base for exploration of the Swiss Alps and some good small town charm.

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HOW TO GET AROUND THE AMALFI COAST

If you’re planning to take a trip to Italy this summer, you’re likely considering spending some time in the Amalfi Coast. Filled with beautiful beaches, charming Italian towns, and all the gelato you can possibly imagine, Amalfi is the perfect region to add to your European adventure. We had the chance to visit Capri last summer and fell in love with the rugged coastline and winding city corridors.

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HOW WE PAY FOR TRAVEL WITH AIRBNB

We rent out our primary residence about once a month and every time we travel.

It’s not always easy and I’ve spent more than a few nights tossing and turning over the possibility of returning to a mangled couch or a kitchen fire, but it’s been overwhelmingly worth it.

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PEARLS & PERIL — 1920s MURDER MYSTERY FUNDRAISER

I work closely with a nonprofit called Redeemer Christian Foundation, which provides education for children living in poverty in South Asia. I have the pleasure of planning their events and we’d been working on a big fundraiser…

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THE CORONA BLUES — NOT ONE, BUT TWO WEDDINGS

Last week, I was supposed to board a plane home from my elopement and European vacation. I had a long-standing daydream of eloping somewhere abroad and my now-husband Jarod, who makes all my dreams come true, was on board so…

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