“Nothing great in the world has ever been accomplished without passion.”
– Hegel
Let me be perfectly clear: not everyone is a writer.
Having said that, I want to note that by starting this blog I lay no claim to having the creative spontaneity of Allen Ginsberg, the literary ideals of William S. Burroughs or the cunningly rambunctious wit of Anthony Bourdain (try as I might!).
Instead, I’m a traditional 21st century twenty-something with big dreams of breaking out of her formalistic world. Life is good, happiness is often-sought, and my professional calling is still irresolute.
Things I do know: My living room is my literary salon, my drink of choice is bourbon, and I typically surround myself with a good mix of passionate, eclectic and (oftentimes) inappropriate minds. I’m still discovering myself, and I don’t really plan on stopping.
This blog originates in Baltimore, which has been my home for the past three years. A city of many names and reputations, Baltimore is rich in history, great food and wonderful people. It’s rumored that Edgar Alan Poe’s transition from poetry to imaginative short-story writing began here, and many of his local bar haunts are still standing (and serving) today. It’s a cultural haven that I am still exploring, and I promise to shine a light on its ‘hidden jewels’ in future posts.
August of Hippo once said, “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page”… and I couldn’t agree more whole-heartedly.
This blog clearly has a theme that is tied to travel and exploration. A deep-rooted nomadic urgency to seek adventure and new experiences is what keeps me focused and driven, and this blog will reflect that journey.
So, why ‘Vitalità Travel?’
Vitalità is Italian for ‘vitality.‘ I find that writing, like travel, keeps me grounded and feeds my spirit. This site is a dedication to the art of life – the experiences that we have that shape our characters and energize our vision. I am looking forward to looking back at my personal renaissance and tracing my vision through these digital pages in the years to come.
Besides being documentary in nature, I do hope that this blog becomes a forum for conversation and idea-sharing. You, my reader, are as much a part of this blog as I am – and for that, I thank you.
Happy Reading – Love and Vitalità
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