A little context makes every adventure more interesting.

Think of Field Notes as your ever-growing collection of things worth knowing and noticing! What to read before you go, places worth seeking out, local stories to know, travel notes, and the occasional wonderfully weird historical rabbit hole.

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My FAVORITE Viator Tours

Over the past four years, I’ve made more than 40 bookings through Viator — from day trips and walking tours to food experiences and bucket-list adventures. These are some of my absolute favorites! Many of these tours include transportation or easy pickup points from city centers, making them especially helpful if you’re traveling without a car. I’ve linked each experience below so you can easily check out the details, availability, and current pricing.