Hi, I’m Alanna!
Hey hey! Alanna here!
I recently got my PhD in Chemistry (read: in 2022…where is the time going??), but made the full-time switch to travel blogging ASAP afterwards.
I grew up in Los Angeles, I’m now based in Tennessee. I traveled with my family growing up all over the world hitting 19 countries by 18 years old.
Suddenly I found myself in college trying to figure out adulting (eww). Regardless, I was determined to figure out how to keep traveling.
So that’s what I did. I figured it out (and psst you totally can too!).
Now, I’m a self-proclaimed hyper-planner with the BEST resources and tips to share so you can figure out how to travel too. I’ve been to 29 countries now, and became a master at squeezing in travel as a student.
Consider me at your service. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or ideas or need someone to hold your hand while you plan your next trip, I got you!
First of all, I am a chemist and we like nerdy puns (all we’ve got are periodic table or salt puns…so let me have it). I also explore destinations with my scientist hat on. I love sharing the geology, biology, astronomy, and more behind destinations…after all the world makes for the best classroom.
But, periodic also has another meaning. I am a periodic traveler, meaning I’m not a full time digital nomad. I have a home base and a very comfy bed that I miss dearly when I’m traveling.
In the mean time, when I can’t travel somewhere exotic, I like to explore my own backyard, which right now is Knoxville, Tennessee. I like visiting cities and the outdoors around the South and getting to know this part of the country piece by piece.
I also frequently visit Los Angeles to see my family and try to explore a bit every time I go.
Let this be your reminder to actually plan some local trips!
Recent Posts
- How to Spend 2 Days in Bordeaux from Someone Who Lived There
Two days in Bordeaux, France is the perfect amount of time to discover the city. With this Bordeaux itinerary, learn exactly what to do and where to eat! - 1 Day Itinerary for Venice, Italy: The Perfect First-Timer Plan
Short on time? See Venice in only one day with this itinerary including top sights, food spots, and tips to maximize your time. - The Waymark Hotel: Review of Chattanooga’s Newest Timeless Downtown StayWondering where to stay in Downtown Chattanooga? Consider The Waymark Hotel, a restored Art Deco, neoclassical historic bank building with modern amenities.
- Firsthand Rainy Day Guide to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama: 11 Activities to Stay DryStuck with rain in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach? Here are 11 firsthand, rainy-day things to do so your Alabama beach trip is still fun!
- Where to Eat in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach: 25 Spots for Every Meal in Alabama’s BeachesDiscover the best places to eat in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, with 25 must-try restaurants for every meal on Alabama’s Beaches.
Listen to my Periodic Playlist
What’s life without a soundtrack? You might notice that I pair every blog post with a song sometimes inspired by the destination, sometimes to hype you up to get to work when planning, and sometimes just for good vibes.
Like what you hear? Listen to the whole Periodic Playlist below on Spotify:
