The Art of Being Elsewhere

Let’s get one thing straight: Norway was never on my travel list. Not even in the margins. Especially not in summer, when heat and I become mortal enemies and my luxurious fur turns into a portable sauna.

And by Alps, I mean Interlaken: The Swiss Disneyland, minus the lines, plus the vertigo.Hiking? Stunning. Swimming? Refreshing. Ziplining? Existential. Just remember to pack your adrenaline and your wallet—this place extracts cash faster than a one-armed bandit in a rigged casino.

Here we are — halfway through our 100-day, 11-country adventure. And let me tell you… travel will humble you. It will expand you, delight...

This lush, soul-stirring Ionian island is known for its stunning beauty—turquoise coves, dramatic cliffs, pine-covered mountains, and villages that seem to grow out of the hillsides. But for me, Kefalonia is much more than just a beautiful destination. It’s a return to origin. A step into the living tapestry of my family’s story.

As I travel the world, passing through unfamiliar cities and quiet mountain paths, I find myself carrying a book that has traveled with me in another life