Welcome to Wanderlust Reality, a place for travel dreams that fit into real life.
I wasn’t someone who grew up traveling the world. I first left the United States in my twenties, and that trip changed the way I saw what was possible. I later lived overseas, and I’ve been exploring whenever I can ever since—all while working a regular nine-to-five job.
I love beautiful, character-filled places to stay, a memorable meal, a thoughtful travel itinerary, and those unexpected moments that end up being the best part of the trip. But I also appreciate the less glamorous information: whether the hotel has an awkward staircase, how to get between towns, and when something was lovely mainly because of its atmosphere rather than its food.
What you’ll find here
Real itineraries. Where we actually went, how we got there, how we divided our time and what I would recommend doing differently.
Hotels and restaurants worth talking about. The places that inspired a trip—or simply became lovely places to stop—and the practical details I’d want to know before booking.
Honest discoveries. I love sharing unexpected highlights, but I won’t pretend every meal was extraordinary or every climb was effortless.
Choose your first adventure
Start with our destination guides, or jump straight into one of these trips: Guatemala, Turkey, or Iceland.
I’m glad you’re here. I hope something you find helps make your next travel dream feel a little more possible.
