Selfie-ing in Rome

I have visited Rome once before, but nestled in between trips to Santorini and Florence, the big city was daunting and I left feeling like Rome was just another big city. I knew I had not truly appreciated the history and grandeur that is Rome, so when I learned I would be returning, I was really excited. Read More...

Wandering in Genoa

The first stop on our cruise was the picturesque Genoa. The cruise docked in the port of Savona and we hopped on a bus to explore the city on our own. Read More...

Cruising Barcelona

When my mom and I sat down to decide where we should go when she came to visit, it was a pretty easy decision. I had never been on a cruise before and it would satisfy our basic needs- spending a lot of time together and seeing some amazing places. A cruise in the Mediterranean was the answer! With the help of our travel secret weapon (my aunt Katie) we were all set- long before any of paperwork to actually move to Qatar was finished. Read More...

One Day in Doha

Although I have bought a nice camera and do really like to take pictures, there are certain times that I just forget to take it out. This mostly happens in my favorite moments; when I am too busy enjoying the company of the people I am with.

When my mom came to visit me in Doha, you can guess what happened. 

Ever since I found out I would be moving to the Middle East, I have been waiting for the moment that my mom steps off the plane and I got to show her around. When we discovered that we had the same spring break for this school year, we quickly began planning our future trip.  Read more...

Qatar International Food Festival

A little while back, Qatar hosted an international food festival. I am not a huge foodie, and anyone who knows me can tell you that I am quite particular about what I will eat. Nevertheless, I had to check it out. Read more...

Doha: Almost Pretty

Qatar may not be known for its gorgeous landscapes, but I have now discovered that in fact, there are some pretty areas.

A few of us have dubbed Doha's new motto "Doha: It's almost pretty." There are drives along the corniche when the sun is rising and it is gorgeous. Sometimes you turn the bend and the lights of West Bay look amazing. But, then you turn your head and have a view of the huge National Museum construction or a huge lot of cranes and you're like "ohhh, nevermind." Doha is still building itself up so it seems to be trying very hard but it's not quite there yet. So, as I said- almost pretty. Read More...

A Little Family in the Desert

Living abroad has been relatively easy to adjust to. Doha is fairly modern and anything you need is easily accessible. I do have to say I was very naive before coming here and had no idea what I was getting myself into. Would there by cow's milk for my cereal? Was the water drinkable? 

I realize how stupid my questions about Doha are now that I have been here for eight months. Bringing my Pur water filter with me and recipes for breakfasts that are not cereal and milk were wasted. I sometimes forget that I live in the Middle East when I run to the mall to go to the grocery store and pick up some bath bubbles at Lush.

Truly, the hardest part of living abroad is the time difference. Read More...