Hi everyone – I’m Steph. After many years in corporate America, I took a sabbatical to travel solo around the world in 180 days (or so). I met new people, experienced new cultures, saw all four ‘corners’ of this beautiful earth – and shared my journey with you.
The plan was to return back to the US, find a job and continue with life. However, plans change… and this trip demonstrated that. I ended up getting recognised as an Italian citizen, moving to London, getting a Masters Degree ath the LSE and working in internal communications, employee engagement and experience at The Economist Group.
Moving and changing is nothing new for me. I’ve lived in 30+ houses in seven states and a couple of countries. I once found an apartment, packed an old apartment, moved and unpacked the new place in less than a week. I am a gypsy, a vagabond and a traveler since birth. If asked, I say I’m from New York City because with 10 years of living there (in two different stints!), it’s the longest time I’ve spent anywhere. I’m about to celebrate 8 years in London, but I’m still a New Yorker at heart.
I think my first experience with travel came at Disney World, where I fell in love with It’s a Small World. How cool is it to see the world on a short little boat ride! Throughout my childhood, we did many family trips up and down the east coast of the US. My first international trip came at age 16 – when instead of a Sweet 16 party, I asked my parents for a trip to France with the French Club. I fell in love with France, and travel, and am now always been planning my next adventure.
I’ve been to 60+ countries – most recently Cambodia and Singapore – and my love of travel led me to create my own travel business – Oh The Places Travel.
The original purpose of this blog started when there was lots of uncertainty at my job and I began thinking about the places I could go if I had an “extended vacation.” I started exploring photos and websites, planning itineraries, saving money, creating packing lists, applying for travel credit cards to build up points and sold my house. Now that it has become a reality, I wanted a way to document my travels and also share what I learn. I hope that you come along!
Oh The Places 