Kate Storm

Kate is the founder and primary author of Our Escape Clause. Since 2016, she has been following her curiosity across the globe and turning her experiences into detailed trip planning advice for you. Her travels have taken her to 50+ countries, most regions of Italy, and most US states. After 4+ years of full-time travel, she enjoyed chapters calling Lisbon, New York City, and Texas home before deciding to base herself in North Carolina (between trips). She lives with her husband and business partner, Jeremy, their son, and their fluffy sidekick, Ranger.
tourists in front of st marks basilica in venice italy during july
How to Actually Enjoy Summer in Venice (13 Important Tips!)
snowy hallstatt austria, one of the best places to visit in europe in winter
25 Wonderful Destinations for Winter in Europe (Sun, Snow, or Christmas!)
Colosseum as seen from wall at Blue Hour -- What to Do in Rome at Night
Is a Colosseum Night Tour Worth the Splurge? (+ Tips!)
colorful barcelos roosters for sale, some of the best portugal souvenirs to buy
What to Buy in Portugal: 21+ Best Portugal Souvenirs
kate storm walking down elfreths alley during a long weekend in philadelphia itinerary
3 Days in Philly: The Perfect Weekend in Philadelphia Itinerary
front doors of houses with greenery as seen when visiting pienza italy tuscany
11 Things to Do in Peaceful Pienza, Italy (+ Travel Guide!)
Kate and Jeremy Storm standing on the edge of a Mayan pyramid in Becan Mexico ruins, facing each other
25 Fascinating Ruins in Mexico to Visit (Mayan, Aztec + Beyond!)
the iconic Seljalandsfoss in iceland, one of the best stops on a 10 days in iceland ring road trip itinerary
The Ultimate 10 Day Iceland Ring Road Itinerary
meat and cheese plate served in restaurant italy coperto
Italy’s Coperto Explained: A Quick Guide to the Coperto in Italy
sao bento train station, your first glimpse of porto after traveling from lisbon to porto train
How to Travel from Lisbon to Porto (By Train, Car, or Bus!)
country house as seen from above for renting a villa in tuscany italy
21 Practical Tips for Renting a Villa in Tuscany (+ FAQ!)
view of the plaza de espana from a bridge during one day in seville spain
The Ultimate One Day in Seville Itinerary (+ Tips!)
elfreths alley in philadelphia pa with cobblestones in the center, one of the best east coast cities to visit in usa
13 Epic East Coast Cities for Weekend Getaways
forsyth park fountain as seen one day in savannah ga
How to Spend One Perfect Day in Savannah, GA (+ Travel Tips!)
terraces of the douro valley portugal with a white building to the right, a beautiful view during a portugal road trip itinerary
10 Exciting Portugal Road Trip Itinerary Ideas (+ Tips!)
skyline of saint emilion france from kings keep, one of the best things to do st emilion france
14 Sublime Things to Do in Saint Émilion, France (+ Travel Tips)
front facade of tryon palace, one of the best things to do in new bern nc
17 Incredible Things to Do in New Bern, NC
kate storm and jeremy storm in front of the petra treasury on a road trip jordan itinerary
5-7 Days in Jordan: Itinerary for an Unforgettable Adventure
igreja do carmo azulejo wall in porto portugal, lisbon or porto debate includes more azulejos in porto
Lisbon or Porto: How to Choose (If You Must!)
livraria lello porto portugal famous bookstore with red staircase in center
Inside Livraria Lello, Porto’s Legendary Bookshop
linn cove viaduct on blue ridge parkway with early fall foliage, one of the best southern usa road trip itineraries
17 Spectacular Southern USA Road Trip Itinerary Ideas
two aperol spritzes on a table in piazza dell'anfiteatro, one of the best things to do in lucca italy
17 Lovely Things to Do in Lucca, Italy
close up view of florence duomo and baptistery, tips for visiting florence cathedral santa maria del fiore
Visiting the Duomo in Florence: Views, Inside Guide + Tips!
View of the countryside from the edge of Montepulciano, an excellent stop on any Tuscany itinerary!
Marvelous Montepulciano, Italy: Things to Do + Travel Guide
kate storm and jeremy storm riding camels when camping in wadi rum jordan
Camping in Wadi Rum: 11 Essential Things to Know (+ Travel Guide!)
juzcar spain smurf village from above
A Quick Guide to Visiting Juzcar, Spain’s Blue Smurf Village
kate storm in cuenca gardens, one of the best things to do in ronda spain
Riveting Ronda, Spain: Things to Do + Travel Guide
view of alhambra from mirador san nicholas, one of the top attractions on an andalucia road trip itinerary
The Ultimate Andalucia Road Trip (Detailed Southern Spain Itinerary!)
outdoor dining in atlantic beach nc at idle house biergarten, one of the best atlantic beach restaurants
15+ Great Restaurants in Atlantic Beach, NC
st philips church steeple one of the best photo spots in charleston south carolina
19 Charming Charleston Photo Spots (Perfect For Instagram!)