In December 2017, I had the unique opportunity to bike my way through northern Cuba. These takeaways and tips will help you plan your own amazing Cuban adventure!

Read 30+ Cuba Travel Tips You Need to Know Before You Go

As she prepared for her part as the Sugar Plum Fairy in Helgi Tomasson's Nutcracker (2017), SF Ballet principal dancer Jennifer Stahl gave me a special look into her day-to-day.

Read: A Day in the Life of the Sugar Plum Fairy in San Francisco Ballet's Nutcracker

I interviewed Sarah J. Maas, best-selling author of the Throne of Glass and Court of Thorns and Roses series (and my favorite author of all time) about young adult novels, romance, female empowerment, and so much more.

Read: Badass Women and Ridiculously Sexy Romance? Yep, These Books Have It All

Ballet, with its rhythm and repetition, its musicality and its simmering heart, is also a solace for those with busy minds who find it hard to turn off their thoughts. I took a leap into adult ballet and didn't just change my body, but my life.

Read: My Body Changed Dramatically When I Started Adult Ballet but Not From Weight Loss

Couples escape the limitations of everyday society and embrace different lifestyle, all against the backdrop of the beautiful Yucatán coastline. My partner and I visited a clothing-optional couples-only resort in Mexico to see what it was like for ourselves.

Read: Here's What Really Goes Down at a Clothing-Optional "Erotic" Couples Resort

I took the trip of a lifetime to Chiang Mai, a city in northern Thailand that everyone should visit.

Read / check out my original photography: 17 Reasons to Skip Bangkok and Visit This Northern Thailand City Instead

It's easy in theory, harder in practice, but I believe the secret to overcoming travel anxiety is this simple: keep traveling. I don’t let my own anxiety stop me from seeing the world.

Read my piece: Why I Absolutely Refuse to Let My Anxiety Stop Me From Traveling

It was the words of a professional ballet dancer that changed how I view motivation in relation to fitness. 

Read: A Professional Ballet Dancer's Advice Changed How I Motivate Myself to Work Out

I was skeptical about going on a cruise. I was more skeptical about going on a Disney cruise. Spoiler: I loved every minute.

Read about my trip (plus get tons of tips!) here: 44 Disney Cruise Hacks You Need to Know Before Sailing

I'm a true introvert at heart. I put together some ways to get that mental energy back when’s drained.

Read: Ways For Introverts to Get Their Energy Back When Other Humans Suck It Out of Them

You could say I know a thing or two about the Wizarding World of Harry Potter (both in Orlando and in Hollywood) . . .

Read: 25 Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hacks You Need to Know Before Going (Universal Studios Orlando)

Read: 33 Secrets to Discover at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood (Universal Studios Hollywood)

Tulum, Mexico has changed QUITE a bit over the past several years. Here’s how to make the most of your next trip there.

Read: 14 Things You Need to Know Before Traveling to Tulum

I caught up with Cassandra Clare on everything her epic fantasy worlds have to offer.

Read: Everything You Need to Know About Cassandra Clare's New Book Lady Midnight

Reading plays a huge part in my self-care routine, as well as my management of anxiety.

Read my personal essay: I Have Anxiety, and This Simple Activity Has Helped Me SO Much

When it comes to travel, flight attendants have some pretty unique insights and tips.

Check out: 18 Secrets From Flight Attendants That Will Change the Way You Fly

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