Discover destinations through culture and history

Welcome! My name is Kristen. I’m a Chicago-based traveler with a deep love for Italy, art history, and culturally rich places. This space is where I share destination guides, historical context, and stories that explore how history, art, and everyday life shape the way we experience a place.

Featured Guides

History, adventures, and city guides.

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Featured Guides
The Ritual of Aperitivo
The Ritual of Aperitivo
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On Location

Stories and highlights from my travels across the world.

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On Location
Banff, Canada
Banff, Canada
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Art History Bites

The history, beauty, and story behind every piece.

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Art History Bites
The Last Supper
The Last Supper
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Social Media

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Hi there! My name is Kristen, and I’m based in Chicago, IL. I work in Business Operations at a growing startup, but I started my career in consulting at EY. I studied at Indiana University and spent a semester abroad in Milan, which is really where my love for travel, art history, and Italian culture began. I come from an Italian-American family—my great-grandparents immigrated from Italy in the early 1900s—and that heritage is a big part of why I love exploring Italy and learning more about where I come from.