About This Blog

Since its inception in 2011, Erika’s Travels has evolved from a study abroad journal to a full-fledged travel blog.

I initially started writing this blog in order to keep my friends and family updated on my whereabouts during a semester in Jordan.

I had set off to study in the Middle East during a time of great change, both positive and negative. It was a time of hope, when dictators fell and corrupt regimes collapsed. Yet, it was also a time of uncertainty and violence. Through this blog, I wanted to bring the events playing out in the region to life and share my experiences with others so that they could gain a glimpse of Jordanian culture through my eyes.

I had hoped that through my stories and anecdotes, I might even help people  dispel commonly held stereotypes and misperceptions.

Palmyra Ruins, Syria

In 2013—after my blog had been dormant for two years—I began writing again. This time, I chronicled my adventures in Namibia.

And in the years that followed, I continued to write about the places I visited.

This blog has been a passion project of mine over the course of the last 12 years. I’ve poured hours and hours of time and love into crafting each post.

I hope that you find it useful in planning your trips.

Deadvlei, Namibia

All opinions and observations on this blog are entirely my own.

One Comment

  • Alexander Hektorsson

    Dear Erika
    I am planning a trip to the Marshall islands and I am trying to find informaiton about the Arno atoll and how to get there from Majuro. How did you organize the trip? How is the boat trip? I’ve heard it is pretty rough. was it? I can get sea sick so I am trying to prepare for it! Your post about it was sooo good thank you very much. I would be very grateful if you could e mail me back the answers to my questions many thanks Alexander

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