MARCEL PROUST
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes
The human behind Travel With New Eyes
My name is Roxana, and I’m the person behind all the stories and guides you’ll find on this blog. Everything you read here is based on personal experience.
I was born in Romania but moved to Italy when I was 14, and I think it’s safe to say that major change contributed to the travel bug that has fueled my incessant desire to discover the world.
Over the past 15 years, I have lived in Portugal, Spain, Germany, and briefly in Australia. I believe that the length of time and the depth of knowledge I acquire about a country or city are more important than the number of countries visited.
I haven’t been everywhere (though it’s on my list), but most of the places I have been, I have tried to get to know as well as possible. I prefer slow travel, staying longer in one place, meeting the locals, finding my go-to café or restaurant, and discovering the truly hidden gems.
That’s also the reason behind the name “Travel With New Eyes”. You can always look at a place from a new perspective and find new spots you previously overlooked. That’s why I love returning to places I’ve been, especially after a long time.
MY Mission
inspiring you to embark on your next travel adventure
HOW CAN I HELP YOU?
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or you’re just preparing for your first trip, I want to help you make the most of it. And if you’re on the fence about embarking on your first solo trip, I’m here to show you that you can do it!
I have been traveling mostly solo for over a decade now. In the past four years, I have been traveling almost full-time (with brief breaks to recharge my batteries…and wallet). I’m still learning a lot, but I believe I have plenty of experience navigating different contexts.
So what can you expect to find on Travel With New Eyes?
* Destination guides with a mix of popular attractions and hidden gems
* Round-ups to inspire you and showcase destinations you may not know yet
* Travel itineraries with things to do, restaurants, and accommodation
* Guides about hiking and walking trails
* Restaurants and cafés guides
* Resources and tips for digital nomads
* Tips for traveling solo as a woman
I want you to feel inspired and excited to book that flight and start planning your next adventure. And I want you to have all the tools and information you need to create incredible travel memories.