Back in 2011, my brother and I did a 10-day trip around Iceland’s ring road. Captivated by Iceland’s otherworldly beauty, I returned on a solo trip a year later.

I kept notes on everything I saw and loved. These became the Iceland Notes which circulated to family, friends and beyond. People still message me saying, “I used your notes and had the best time.”

Since then, wherever I go, I keep travel notes and take lots of pictures. Wandering Sophia is where I share all of my best travel discoveries.