What You’ll Find on Rachel IRL
The Rachel IRL Philosophy
I created this blog as a space to help real people have real experiences while traveling.
Around here, that means being real (and realistic!) about:
Your Interests
We’re not here to tick off TripAdvisor’s top 10. I want you to prioritize the stuff that makes you feel alive.
Your Itinerary
Overstuffed plans are the fastest way to ruin a trip. Leave room to breathe, even if it means skipping a sight or two.
Your Comfort Zone
New experiences should stretch you, not drain you. I’ll help you plug in to the rhythm of any new place and engage in ways that feel energizing, not obligatory.
Your Impact
Destinations aren’t theme parks. We’re visitors in other people’s homes — and we should act like it.
Where to Start
Now that you’ve got a feel for what Rachel IRL is all about, here’s where to head next — depending on what you’re planning (or daydreaming about):
Looking for destination guides?
Start here for honest, curated recs — from what’s actually worth seeing to where to eat, shop, and wander like you live there.
Want to save hours planning?
Get my signature Google Maps — emoji-coded, layered by category, and full of real recs I actually use.
Ready to travel better?
My Travel Like a Local guide walks you through how to plan trips that actually feel good – with tips, journal prompts, and a few strong opinions.