Welcome to Maps & Merlot!
Who is this traveling gal?
So happy you asked, I’ll introduce myself! I’m Melissa, a wine-loving, Fitbit-addicted whirlwind traveler, mastermind behind Maps & Merlot, and full-time corporate risk analyst. Phew…that was a mouthful. Basically, my purpose here is to show you how to juggle a crazy awesome bucket list with real world responsibilities while climbing the corporate ladder. So read on and join the journey…Read more about me!
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Buckle up, fellow travelers, because this week you’re in for a treat. I just got back from a week in Chile with my lovely sister, and aside from some minor
Read More...This may not be breaking news, but I’m still going to say it. Valparaiso, Chile is one seriously colorful (and amazing) city! For as long as I can remember, I’ve
Read More...The Big Island on Hawaii is absolutely gorgeous, and as the name itself suggests, quite large. You’re not going to see absolutely everything in a week, but this 1 week
Read More...Surprise, surprise, I used to be super shy…like cling to my dad’s leg and not let go kind of shy. Fortunately, my high school history teacher threatened me with a
Read More...If you’re curious about the 10 best foods to try in Mexico City, you’ve come to the right place! I recently spent a long weekend in Mexico City, and the
Read More...If you have 3 days in St. Augustine, Florida, then do a dance because you’re going to have an awesome time! I recently spent a long weekend in St. Augustine
Read More...I don’t know about you, but after booking my first Napa Valley trip, I felt like a kid in a candy store. So many wineries to choose from, but so
Read More...From mouthwatering pastries to gorgeous tiled doors and candy colored houses, Lisbon has it all. For someone who always explores with camera in hand, Lisbon is everything I hoped it
Read More...If you’re looking for an awesome 3 day Mexico City itinerary, you’ve come to the right place! Despite being a sprawling city, you can hit the highlights of the city,
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