stories

In Defense of Tourist Attractions

Famous sights are famous for a reason!

May 23 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

An Italian restaurant story.

Apr 18 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

The Time My Flight Went Up in Smoke

An airport saga.

Mar 14 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

Some of the Times I Fell in Love While Traveling

An incomplete list.

Feb 14 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

A New Zealand restaurant story.

Jan 17 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

My Favorite Travel Moments of 2024

Because the end of the year is the perfect time for reflecting, I'm reflecting on some sweet travel moments.

Dec 27, 2024 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

The Best Meal of My Life

Last month I ate what was unequivocally the best meal of my life

Nov 22, 2024 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

It'll Take a Miracle

When I muttered these words to a gate agent at the Detroit airport I did not expect her to perform one on my behalf.

Oct 25, 2024 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

An Afternoon at the Guggenheim

Photos and thoughts on a truly unique art museum.

Sep 29, 2024 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

Getting a Tattoo in a Country Where You Don't Speak the Language

Sep 20, 2024 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

An Ode to a Tiny Breakfast Restaurant

Aug 16, 2024 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

The story of a tiny neighborhood bar in Lisbon.

Jul 28, 2024 •

Courtney Jill Bishop

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