I love thrift stores. So much in fact, that I started an Instagram thrift shop called Thrifting with Nina. (Decided to stick with my “brand”). I love going to thrift stores and finding amazing secondhand clothing and household goods. I find too much to keep for myself, so I decided to sell some on Instagram. …
5 challenges for a traveler who doesn’t speak the language
We travel all the time to places where we don’t know the native language. We’ve had some issues, but most of the time (especially in Europe) everyone speaks English. If a German meets someone from France on the Swiss Alps, they will speak English to each other. It’s the most common language you’ll find among…
Travel Guide: Western Balkans, Europe
Road-tripping through the former Yugoslavia (aka the Balkans, aka the coast of the Adriatic, aka eastern Europe) was an incredible experience. There are so many sights to see, and cultures to explore, and of course you can’t see it all. This is what we did, how we did it and what we saw.
Off-the-beaten path vs. well-traveled destinations
I was reading through some travel trends recently and it got me thinking. Many of the very popular tourist destinations are overcrowded and it’s a deterrent to many of us. We want to enjoy these beautiful spaces with some solitude, without all the headaches of crowded travel buses, long lines, and rude tourists. But, we…
5 things I love about the Ohio State Fair
The Ohio State Fair is nostalgic for me as an Ohio baby. We went as kids and teenagers, enjoying the food, rides and concerts. My sister even worked at the pork stand in high school. It’s been awhile since I’ve been, so I was excited to see if it was how I remembered it as…