WHY DO I WRITE?
In this blog, I collect experiences on my days on, and off-- on my journeys around the world to inspire myself and others to go beyond the screen, drop it, and JUST GET GOING!
I work as a full-time NICU night shift nurse, and I am here to prove that working full time should not stop you from living life. I am the expert at gathering and managing my time off in order to allow me to not let life escape me.
I work as a full-time NICU night shift nurse, and I am here to prove that working full time should not stop you from living life. I am the expert at gathering and managing my time off in order to allow me to not let life escape me.
FINNISH LAPLAND: YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WINTER WONDERLAND!TRAVEL / / 2019
Blanketed with dense forests and white winter snow during the winter time, Lapland is truly a lonely but magical place waiting to be discovered by those who choose to brave the arctic temperatures. It is a place where Mother Nature herself puts on the show! Little do people know, there has been a steady explosion of visitors coming from Asia, Europe and North America looking to celebrating Christmas in this part of of the world! Because this area is so far north, away from bustling industrial Europe, filled with forests and fresh lakes, you can only imagine how crisp the air is in this place! I can honestly say that this is probably the freshest air I’ve ever inhaled in my life! 
winter packing 101: what to pack for a winter vacation!TRAVEL / / 2019
One of the things I’ve learned (and probably the MOST IMPORTANT) in my travels to countries that border the arctic (i.e. Iceland and Finland), that the weather quickly! So LAYERS, LAYERS, LAYERS are your best friend!
When traveling to countries who are specifically known for being a winter destination, keep in mind that their indoor facilities are always kept warm: which is why layering comes in handy. Let me show you how I've managed to keep warm in the Arctic and not break the bank, and luggage! 
rh yountville: the wine country treat for all your senses!TRAVEL / / SEPT 2019
Yountville has been known to be the culinary capital of Napa Valley. Numerous well-known Michelin-star restaurants such as the French Laundry, Bouchon, Bottega, Ad Hoc, and many more, hold residence in this small town, thus, placing itself as one of the giants on the culinary map of America. But upon walking though the row of famous Michelin-star studded row of restaurants in Yountville, you cannot help but stop and at least take photo of THIS beauty-- Restoration Hardware. 
10 HACKS TO MAKE TRAVELING WITH FAMILY/IN GROUPS EASIER!TRAVEL / / SEPT 2019
I find it quite funny that my family is made up of a bunch of travel enthusiasts, but very rarely do we travel TOGETHER. And as much as I LOVE LOVE LOVE my family, traveling with family is one of those things that that can be super stressful, especially if you are the only one organizing it. Trying to reconcile a dozen different interests in one whole trip that will suit everyone’s different travel styles sounds absolutely absurd, but it’s doable! With plenty of time and careful consideration, it CAN BE DONE! 
THE MOST INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOTS IN SANTORINI TRAVEL / / AUG 2019
The island of Santorini itself is one of the most beautiful places in the world. I mean, if you want to go on a romantic getaway with your camera, or your partner (haha), then this is the place to go! With it's beauty that just lures you in from just photos you see online, it's no wonder flocks of people come in daily by the ferry boat to see the white washed cave houses that just glow under the Greek sun, against the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea. With that being said, Santorini can also be one of the most difficult places to get the perfectly unobstructed photos while traveling! With it's many narrow alleys, steep walkways, and a gazillion travelers and locals alike, it can be quite overwhelming to find that perfect place for the perfect view for your shot! And with the little time you might have to spend out there, you'll have to be quite the efficient photographer/ So here's my little guide on some of the most instagrammable spots in Santorini :) 
THE NURSE WAY TO VACAY: THE PTO-FREE 6-10 DAY VACATIONS! TRAVEL & LIFESTYLE / / AUGUST 2019
As a nurse, I have been blessed with a career that gives me the ability to have a flexible schedule. I cannot count how many times my friends who work 9-5 jobs, 5x a week say they envy my schedule. I mean, it DOES come with a price to pay! Think about it, the hospital NEVER closes. it is literally open 24/7...which means, there are nurses 24/7--holidays, weekends, times people are asleep, times people are awake, times people partying on the weekends/holidays. I mean, you get it that there is ALWAYS a nurse watching over someone's life, or just making them comfortable. And as you can imagine, it is FAR from being easy. So this means, yes, we should only work 3-4x a week as full time. Yes, we do get BURNT OUT. And yes, it does give us the luxury of the ability to have long days off in between shifts to de-stress, gather ourselves, and even EXPLORE :) 
aTHENS, GREECE: 36 HOURS IN THE ANCIENT CITY WHERE HIP and history intertwine TRAVEL / / JULY 2019
I have always been in such awe of the resilience of Athens. Battling many adversities since the ancient times, it has stood strong, and to this day has proven it’s glory to the rest of the world. As THE birthplace of Western civilization philosophy, drama, and art, Athens has blossomed into becoming a popular destination for historical enthusiasts, and contemporary folk alike. 
Milos, Greece: THe unspoiled
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ABOUT MEHi there, Czarina Adams here!
I'm a NICU nurse by profession, with a strong admiration for exploration. On my days on, I take care of the smallest fighters, and when I'm not, I'm somewhere weaving around the world. |
Why do I write? |
In this blog, I collect experiences on my days on, and off-- on my journeys around the world to inspire myself and others to go beyond the screen, drop it, and JUST GET GOING!
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