Every time I go abroad people act surprised when I tell them I will be staying at a hostel. They ask me if they are safe or how I know they aren’t dirty. I realize that too many people have watched the movie Hostel and consider that real life.
Author: Tianna Gratta
Hi, I am Tianna. I have been traveling regularly now for over 10 years and with a degree in Journalism I have managed to combine the things I love most in life to make this blog.
Travel Mishaps in Turkey
In November I was set to go to Turkey with three friends from home. Last minute I decided to make a detour to the World Travel Market in London. Which meant that I had to change my flights and not go with all of them. One of the other girls I was going with had…
Islands of the Yucatan
The best part of travel is exploring. The possibility if finding something mostly unknown and untouched by anyone else. The unique experience of discovery.
My Favorite English Palace: Brighton!
Brighton was the city that helped make my decision to go back to England. I had read a few articles and was sold on this adorable seaside town. Give me a beach and I am happy any day. Include a famous pier and a quirky castle and I am booking my tickets stat!…
War and Travel
The world is not as dangerous as you think. Of course if you watch the news you might believe otherwise. I try not to pay too much attention to the media when it comes to ,well, pretty much anything. Most places are not nearly as scary as they try to make it out to be….
Resort Living in Mexico
In honor of my return to Mexico last week. I have always said I dislike staying on resorts. I think it is the worst way to see a country. I also get that a lot of people aren’t going to Mexico for the culture but for the beaches. Inclusive resorts are great for that. All…
Advice: How to Pack for Your Trip
If you’re going to Europe or anywhere for that matter. One of the cheapest and best ways to do it is to backpack. You live a little less luxuriously but when you want to see all the world has to offer spending untold amounts on hotel rooms doesn’t seem worth it. I mean how much…
Old Westbury Gardens from Flowers to Pumpkins
For years I have lived about 20 minutes from one of the most visited sights on Long Island and never went.The Old westbury Gardens are visited by thousands of people a year. Every year I say this is the year. Then guess what happens? I don’t go.
Exploring the East End of London
The east end of London reminds me of Williamsburg, New York. It is filled with interesting bars, coffee shops and ethnic food. It is where the young and artistic flock to live and to hang out. I knew I had to dive in and explore this area.
3 Ways to Avoid the High Prices of Broadway
When you come to New York what is one of the first things you think of? Empire State Building? World Trade Center? Most likely one thing you think of is Broadway shows. I know I always think about going to shows. I live an hour train ride from the city and barely ever go to…
5 Perfect Places for Solo Travellers
I have never had a guest poster before. I was approached by Holiday Lettings to put an post up that I felt fit my readership. I was excited to try something different and this article is perfect for my new found love of solo travel! Hope you enjoy it.
Traveling with a Physical Disability
Turns out I am not normal. I know shocker right? But all kidding a side my body doesn’t work like yours. Let me explain. From a problem that stems back from birth I have early onset arthritis in my left leg. They told me this at ten.