Lori Barbely
Hi, I’m Lori. But you can call me Lors. I’m a middle-aged New Jersey-born gal, currently based in Orlando, Florida. My background is in editorial travel photography and writing and I've been to more than 30 countries. I’m obsessed with tropical locales and my favorite city is Tokyo. Have camera, will travel! I’m a Disney adult, Lord of the Rings fan, certified crazy cat lady, and sushi addict! I hope this blog inspires your wanderlust. Feel free to follow me on Instagram for snippets of daily life on and off the road.
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Discover the Best Things to Do in Hawaii for Your Next Adventure
Choosing which island and planning a trip to Hawaii can be overwhelming, so I’m sharing the best things to do in Hawaii to help you with your travels! What is the Best Time to Visit Hawaii? While its temperate weather makes Hawaii a great place to visit year-round, March through September is the best time to visit Hawaii in terms of weather. This timeframe sees the lowest rainfall and the highest temperatures in the islands. As you might expect, crowds in Hawaii are high during school breaks. Summer, Christmas, and Spring Break all see high hotel occupancy (which translates to higher costs). September and October are Hawaii’s shoulder season—the weather…
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5 Things to Do in Orlando on a Rainy Day
Whether you’re visiting or local you’ll inevitably find yourself looking for things to do in Orlando on a rainy day and today I’m sharing my five favorites! From the athletic to the just observing these five Orlando activities will entertain you while keeping you dry! Orlando Ice Den Ice skating is not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Florida, but a couple of hours on the rink at Orlando Ice Den is a nice respite from Orlando’s sometimes grossly hot temperatures! It’s one of my favorite things to do in Orlando on a rainy day! Public skate sessions are offered daily (with a few exceptions…
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Do I Need an Italy Visa?
Wondering if you need an Italy visa for your upcoming trip? Learn about Italy’s entry requirements, ETIAS information, and more! Is Italy Part of the Schengen area? Italy is part of the Schengen area. Do I need an Italy Visa? If you are visiting for tourism or business and hold a valid U.S. passport, you stay in the Schengen area (which includes Italy) without a visa for 90 days within each 180-day period. To stay longer than 90 days you must obtain a visa. However, starting in early 2025, to travel to Europe U.S. passport holders will need to apply for a visa waiver. This can be done through the EU’s European Travel…
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Do I Need a Visa for France?
Wondering if you need a visa for France for your upcoming trip? Learn about France’s entry requirements, ETIAS information, and more! Is France Part of the Schengen area? France is part of the Schengen area. Do I need a Visa for France? If you are visiting for tourism or business and hold a valid U.S. passport, you stay in the Schengen area (which includes France) without a visa for 90 days within each 180-day period. To stay longer than 90 days you must obtain a visa. However, starting in early 2025, to travel to Europe U.S. passport holders will need to apply for a visa waiver. This can be done through the…
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The Best 7-Day Hawaii Big Island Itinerary for an Unforgettable Trip
The Big Island of Hawaii is, as its name implies, big! I’m sharing my Hawaii Big Island Itinerary to help you maximize your time on the island (also referred to as Hawaii Island). To give you a lay of the land, on the west coast of the Big Island is Kailua-Kona, a beachy resort-centric area. On the east coast, you’ll find the town of Hilo and Volcanoes National Park. In between is a fair bit of driving and Mauna Kea, a dormant volcano with excellent stargazing. The sun-drenched black sand beaches of Punalu’u are a must-see, showcasing the unique and picturesque nature of black sand beaches on the Big Island.…
