Insight From a Pro

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Did you miss me? I know, I know there's been some major life changes but I'm back and I came with some awesome blogging content. Don't believe me? Keep Reading. 

I had the AMAZING opportunity to interview Nadeen White from The Sophisticated Life. She is my inspiration for balancing real world responsibilities and traveling the world. I've been following her for a while and it was an absolute honor to get the opportunity to communicate with her. Jealous? You should be! 

Check out the interview and fabulous photos! 

1. You have made an amazing career from travel and exploration. What would you say is your biggest accomplishment?

    Thank you. My full-time career is still Pediatric Hospital Medicine. However, I have enjoyed my side gig as a luxury travel, food and wine blogger. I think passion for what I do and a commitment to succeed are two things that have driven my success. 

2. With success comes a lot of challenges. What is/has been your biggest blogging or travel challenge thus far?

    Definitely the time factor. Blogging takes a lot of time. Besides writing there is photo editing and back end technical issues that come up. 

Nadeen in Cape Town South Africa

3. If there were two things you could tell someone who isn't sure they should take the leap and become a travel blogger, what are they?

    1) Make sure it is something they would love to do even if they were not getting paid.

   2) Try to connect with your core audience. Interacting with people on social media and    even through blog comments is important. 

4. What do you do when you get home sick?

     I usually don't stay away from home longer than 2 1/2 weeks. If I am home sick in another country I usually eat some American comfort food.

5. Where is your favorite place, that you've traveled thus far? 

     Impossible to pick only one but Thailand is definitely up there. I loved the people, the hospitality and the food. 

*Check out 10 reasons why she loves Thailand on her blog, trust me you won't regret it.*

Nadeen in Sedona, Arizona

6. From your experience which is more challenging, traveling independently or fitting your experiences into a blog?

   The good thing about not doing travel blogging as my full-time career is that most of the time I get to travel independently. I then write about the things I found most interesting or helpful for me readers.

7. Do you think you will ever settle in one place and plants familial roots? Why?

    Yes. I love having a home to come back to and I enjoy time spent with family and friends. 

Nadeen near Page, Arizona

Do you feel inspired and motivated? I know, me too! She is just a breath of fresh traveled air! Thanks Nadeen for making the time for my questions. Thailand is on my travel list and I can't wait to explore it! You continuously inspire and enlighten travel seekers near and far. You are #travelgoals! 

Thanks for stopping by and Traveling with May

Quebec Check

One of the amazing things about the internet is you can go anywhere. Literally. Anywhere, in the world. No, I don't mean on google maps. I mean via other people, you can see their pictures, videos and read about their experiences. It gives you a sense of travel without leaving the comfort of your couch.

There is this AMAZING blog, thesophisticatedlife, by Nadeen that allows you to truly feel as though you're there with her. The blog is broken up into travel, food, wine and Atlanta. It's quite refreshing and enlightening.

There was a recent post about a trip to Quebec, Canada. It is very informative and includes some beautiful photographs. 

Now, I'll be honest, Quebec or any other part of Canada has never been on my 'places to travel' list. However, after reading this, it definitely is. The blog provides insight on 15 things I probably would've never paid attention to. 

The blog explains the details of Quebec, the city, province and its historic language. Nadeen, the blog owner, truly takes the time to help you understand the history behind the language and how it translates into the language spoken today. 

Then she moves into the food, oh yea! As any traveler would tell you travel and food are definitely brother and sister. I know some people who only travel places based on the food because it's an adventure in and of itself. 

thesophisticatedlife explains the maple syrup and Poutine love affair in Quebec. Poutine is a well known and often imitated dish by many places in Canada and the United States. It's an interesting combination of three ingredients. Wondering what it's like? You can totally check out the blog here to see what she thinks. 

There are also plenty of Irish Pubs in the area due to the Irish history in Quebec. She does go into some detail on the history and how it has been implemented in the culture. 

I appreciate the insight on the pubs because good beer and drinks are definitely key to any vacation. 

This blog entry provides very well rounded insight on Quebec, Canada and all the exciting things to do, big or small. 

Like steps, there are plenty of steps to climb in Quebec. If anyone has climbed the steps of St. Peter's Basillica in Rome you know how much the view at the top is worth the climb. Quebec views do not disappoint. 

I love that this blog is all inclusive it really provides an in-depth look at the culture, food and history of Quebec and makes you feel as though you are there. Nadeen does an amazing job explaining the details. 

This blog is 15 Fun Facts about Quebec, Canada. I don't know about you but I'm ready to book a flight. 

And in case my blog is enough... totally checkout thesophisticatedlife to see for yourself! 

Thanks for stopping by and Traveling with May