Guides, itineraries, and practical tips for travel in old cities and beyond.
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I’m Karissa.
Lawyer by trade, photographer at heart, traveler in my bones.
In 2023, I quit my legal job to travel the world solo for one incredible year in which I walked 500 miles across Spain, ate countless bowls of cacio e pepe in Italy and dal makhani in India, saw dozens of wild elephants in Sri Lanka, and so much more.
In this blog, I offer practical travel tips, detailed guides, and inspiring photos from my worldwide adventures to help you plan your own responsible, meaningful travel…in old cities and beyond.
PLACES
Get to know my favorite destinations — and find your next adventure.
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CAMINO DE SANTIAGO
Learn all about my experience on the Camino de Santiago — a storied pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, Spain — and how you can do it, too!
MY TRAVEL SPENDING
See how much my travels actually cost so you can make informed decisions about which destinations, accommodations, restaurants, and activities might be right for you.
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