Wander With Monica

A soulful traveler at heart... 
I share magical moments from my travels & from Portland. Here, you’ll find elegant escapes, local gems, and ways to wander more intentionally. So grab a cup of tea and settle in—you’re invited to wander with me!

Hi, I'm Monica!

A woman with brown hair and earrings, smiling, wearing a purple puffer vest and dark shirt, sitting in front of a colorful mural of an owl.

…A soulful traveler, explorer of everyday magic, and longtime lover of wandering wherever my heart leads. I spent years traveling the country during my corporate career. These days, I travel with my amazing husband Dave, savoring the experience and finding little bits of magic hidden along the way. We’re Marriott Vacation Club owners, and many of our favorite escapes begin there.

Whether it’s across the world or just across town, I believe travel is a journey back to your soul. I’m so glad you’re here to wander with me!

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WITH ME TO:

A cityscape of Madrid, Spain at sunset with historic buildings and busy streets.
Photo of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France at dusk, with city lights and a fountain in the foreground.
Aerial view of a person paddleboarding in clear blue waters near Hawai'i's coast with sandy beach and rocks in the foreground.
A vibrant cityscape of Portland at sunset, featuring a river in the foreground, a bridge, and modern high-rise buildings with colorful lights, under a sky with pink, blue, and orange clouds.
A waterfront scene in Florida featuring tall buildings, a bridge, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California, with a view of the water and land beneath it, set against a blue sky.

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Wandering Marbella’s Old Town: From Cobblestone Streets to Boho Boutiques

Some places just feel good the moment you arrive. That was the magic of Marbella’s Casco Antiguo or Old Town for me.

We spent an afternoon slowly wandering its winding, cobblestone streets. It’s a part of town that feels like a secret, tucked away from the glittering coastline.

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