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Roam and Thrive

"Travel brings power and love back into your life"

Hi, and welcome to Roam & Thrive

Welcome to Roam & Thrive—an image-first travel blog dedicated to bringing you an insider’s perspective on worldwide travel with a focus on accessible luxury, connection, and wholesome experiences.

Through stunning imagery, thoughtfully curated travel guides, and insider tips, we aim to inspire and elevate your journeys. Our philosophy is rooted in slow, intentional travel that combines the best of luxury and wellness, encouraging deeper connections with the places and people you encounter.

Meet Alex Wieteska, Founder & Contributor

Hi, I’m Alex Wieteska—a travel writer, editor, photographer, and designer of bespoke travel experiences. Over the years, I’ve cultivated a deep conviction for exploring the world through a lens of mindfulness, connection, and wonder.

My nomadic lifestyle over the last 12+ years has taken me to over 50 countries, with countless long-term stays that have allowed me to dive deeply into the heart of each destination.

This journey inspired me to create Roam & Thrive— my little space on the internet dedicated to inspiring wonder-filled travel experiences through photography and storytelling that focus on slow, intentional yet luxurious exploration.

Through Roam & Thrive, I share bespoke travel guides, insider tips, and hidden gems, inviting modern travelers to connect more deeply with the places they visit. My work highlights mindful travel, conscious luxury, and the art of designing experiences that nurture both the soul and the senses.

With a commitment to authenticity and storytelling, my writing and photography have been featured in USA Today, Authority Magazine, Expedia, TUI, and published by Assouline.

Now based in Puglia, Italy, during the spring and summer months, I continue to travel and design wonder-filled journeys, documenting unforgettable destinations for Roam & Thrive.

 

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Get to Know More About ALEX

What are your favourite travel destinations?

The Mediterranean, Mexico, Japan, Bali and the US

If you could eat just one food for the rest of your life what would it be?

Anything Asian or tacos, anything spicy. 

What  keeps you motivated for work?

Travel, beautiful places and spaces, intriguing conversation and other creatives. 

Beach or mountains?

Both.

How many countries have you been to as a female travel blogger?

Around 50

What can’t you live without?

Movement, travel, my camera, beauty, good books

What has been the best advice you have ever received about your career?

Invest in Yourself, both financially and spiritually.

……..

Never stop learning

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woman with surfboard on a beach in costa rica

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Dubrovnik, Croatia certainly has its fair share of beautiful beaches. Here are some of the best to bookmark for your trip this summer. 

-Banje Beach
-Donje Celo Beach on Koločep Island
-Sveti Jakov Beach
-Vrbica Beach
-Pasjača Beach

For the full list, the guide is on the blog and includes many hidden gems I found on my most recent trip. 

#dubrovnik #dubrovnikonmymind #dubrovnikcroatia
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Dubrovnik, Croatia certainly has its fair share of beautiful beaches. Here are some of the best to bookmark for your trip this summer. -Banje Beach -Donje Celo Beach on Koločep Island -Sveti Jakov Beach -Vrbica Beach -Pasjača Beach For the full list, the guide is on the blog and includes many hidden gems I found on my most recent trip. #dubrovnik #dubrovnikonmymind #dubrovnikcroatia
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The best things to do in Cartagena, Colombia, one of my all time favorite Latin destinations. SAVE THIS if you’re planning a trip there soon. 

- Explore the historic, walled center
- Dance salsa at Havana and explore Getsemani
- Sample the coffee scene
- Have a coffee at a bookstore
- Sample the street food
- Head to a rooftop bar for sunset

What would you do first? 

#cartagenacolombia #cartagenadeindias #cartagena
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The best things to do in Cartagena, Colombia, one of my all time favorite Latin destinations. SAVE THIS if you’re planning a trip there soon. - Explore the historic, walled center - Dance salsa at Havana and explore Getsemani - Sample the coffee scene - Have a coffee at a bookstore - Sample the street food - Head to a rooftop bar for sunset What would you do first? #cartagenacolombia #cartagenadeindias #cartagena
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From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
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From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
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Spend one day in Siena. 

Siena, Italy, is a charming medieval city nestled in the heart of Tuscany, known for its well-preserved Gothic architecture and the stunning Piazza del Campo, where the famous Palio horse race takes place. 

Just about an hour and a half from Florence by car or bus, it makes for a perfect day trip filled with art, history, and panoramic views. 

You can explore the magnificent Siena Cathedral, stroll the narrow cobblestone streets, and enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine in a more relaxed setting than Florence.

Of you’re visiting Italy or Tuscany this year, make sure to add one day here into your itinerary. The one day guide to Siena is now live. 

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Spend one day in Siena. Siena, Italy, is a charming medieval city nestled in the heart of Tuscany, known for its well-preserved Gothic architecture and the stunning Piazza del Campo, where the famous Palio horse race takes place. Just about an hour and a half from Florence by car or bus, it makes for a perfect day trip filled with art, history, and panoramic views. You can explore the magnificent Siena Cathedral, stroll the narrow cobblestone streets, and enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine in a more relaxed setting than Florence. Of you’re visiting Italy or Tuscany this year, make sure to add one day here into your itinerary. The one day guide to Siena is now live. #sienaitaly
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As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
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As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. #pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
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Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
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Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. #montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
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