Reflective + Personal Christine Rosko Reflective + Personal Christine Rosko

When Eat Pray Love Isn’t a Realistic Option

Liz Gilbert’s memoir, Eat Pray Love, took the world by storm when it was published in 2006. Selling over 10 million copies, the book was featured in Oprah’s Book Club and eventually made into a film starring Julia Roberts, which received equal acclaim. It has become a sort of Bible for young, single women seeking to find their place in the world. Women who feel lost, incomplete, or perhaps, uninspired. The impact this story has had is so profound that Bali became a sensation nearly overnight, facing issues with over-tourism and commercialization that it had not previously experienced. There’s just something about Liz’s journey, and the beautiful way she shares it, that has had millions in a chokehold for almost twenty years now.

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Travel + Destinations Christine Rosko Travel + Destinations Christine Rosko

10 Places to Travel This Spring

Spring is an excellent season to visit many destinations for ideal weather and slower crowds and to experience some of the most beautiful parts of the world while they’re literally in bloom. From the quiet rolling hills of the Cotswolds to ancient ruins in Palermo and cherry blossoms in Kyoto, spring is a chance to see some of these destinations at their very best. Head into the Blue Ridge Mountains to see Asheville’s vibrant art scene. Step back in time to Evora - a city with so much historical significance it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Or skip spring altogether and head to the southern hemisphere for a crisp autumn escape where harvest season is in full effect. Regardless of where you end up this spring, slow down and soak up every moment. 

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