One of my favorite places to spend time here in Italy is the Dolomites. Living in Vicenza, I am only 2.5 hours... The post Discover the Best Apps for Exploring the Dolomites appeared first on Kimberly Kephart Travels ..read more

Christmas Markets in Italy? You betcha! Bolzano and Merano Christmas Markets were two of the first markets I went to when I moved back to Europe from South Korea last year. Firstly, these Christmas Markets completely enchanted me and I know you will be enchanted as well. Initially, I didn’t expect Italy to have many Christmas Markets but... The post Your Ultimate Guide to Bolzano and Merano Christmas Markets appeared first on Kimberly Kephart Travels ..read more

After living in Italy for some time, one thing I noticed is that there is an apprehension when it comes to driving in Italy. Tourists, and servicemembers all feel the same. While I have lived in Poland and Korea, nothing tops the driving experience here in Italy. We even have to take a test to... The post Driving in Italy: 9 Important Things You Should Know appeared first on Kimberly Kephart Travels ..read more

This is one castle you’ll want to revisit time and time! Whenever family and friends would come visit us in Poland we would make the trek from Bydgoszcz to Malbork so that they could mark this bucket list castle off their list. It also just so happens that Malbork is the LARGEST castle in the... The post Malbork Castle: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Kimberly Kephart Travels ..read more

Living abroad has its perks, as does travel but along with both comes a pesky little thing called culture shock. I have had the chance to live in Poland, Korea, and for now, Italy and have traveled to numerous countries along with each move. I was even born in Germany and lived there for several years, and would you believe even as a child I faced culture shock moving to the USA? With each new move comes big changes and a new take on life. Spouses and travelers alike often talk about how hard it is to integrate into a new culture, it can be especially tough for those who have never left home a ..read more

Living in Italy, particularly in the Veneto region, has its perks. Not only am I a stone’s throw away from historical cities like Venice, but I also have easy access to the stunning Dolomites. This proximity has allowed me to explore some of the “Best Hikes in the Italian Dolomites”. It can be challenging to find less crowded hikes during the bustling summer and the fall, when the Dolomites are awash with vibrant colors. However, there are still a few hidden trails that offer a respite from the tourist-packed paths. Here, I’ll share a few of these lesser-known hikes that promise a more serene ..read more

Living just a hop, skip, and a train ride away from Venice, I’ve eagerly seized every opportunity to explore this stunning city multiple times since my move to Italy. Despite its familiar canals and squares, Venice, with its wealth of culture and landmarks, never ceases to reveal new treasures. Recently, I embarked on a fresh adventure with Walks and Devour tours. These tours peeled back the layers of the city’s rich food culture and guided me to landmarks that had long been on my bucket list. If I’m being candid, these are, hands down, the best tours in Venice that you can experience (and I d ..read more

Why I attended TBEX As a military spouse, passionate *new* travel blogger, and content creator, I have always sought ways to share my unique travel experiences with the world. After being stationed in Poland and South Korea I began taking my travels more seriously and started taking collaborations with tourism boards and companies on my Instagram more seriously. While stationed in Korea, my friend Caitlin invited me to write travel guides for the newly launched lifestyle publication “United on the ROK,” I seized the opportunity to build my writing portfolio. I had always wanted to start a blog ..read more

The Dolomites have me spellbound. I can remember being a child and tearing through copies of my dad’s National Geographic magazines spellbound at the sight of an editorial in my hands. I am lucky enough to live two hours south of this beautiful area. I knew when we first moved here that I wanted to explore the Dolomites as much as possible. Many people are mystified by Rome, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast but for some reason, the Dolomites have a hold on me. I first visited this area in December of 2023, my husband and I found ourselves at the Krampusrun in Kastelruth which was quite entertain ..read more

San Sebastian offers a variety of amazing things to do, here you’ll find a list of the top 10 things to do in San Sebastian, Spain. San Sebastian is probably one of my favorite new cities. It has an abundance of great food, culture, and beautiful scenery, you’ll always have something to do while here. I was in the Basque Country attending my first TBEX, or the Travel Blogger Exchange Conference and got acquainted with this unique city. I found an abundance of things to do and had such a fun time. Here are my TOP 10 things to do in San Sebastian to help you plan your trip. Disclosure:  Th ..read more