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.
latte sitting on a wooden table, a common sight at the best coffee shops in savannah ga
15 Cool Savannah Coffee Shops for Caffeine Lovers
antelope canyon as seen looking up, one of the best things to do in page az
9 Best Things to Do in Page, AZ (+ Nearby!)
view of park guell in barcelona spain, a top europe bucket list travel destination
The Ultimate Europe Bucket List: 75 Fun Things to Do in Europe
sunset over annapolis maryland rooftops, one of the best small towns in usa
25+ Beautiful Small Towns in the USA
colorful flags on iglesia de san servacio, one of the most fun things to do in valladolid mexico
Magical Valladolid, Mexico: Things to Do + Travel Guide
view of dubrovnik from far above on mount srd, one of the best places to visit in croatia
25 Beautiful Places to Visit in Croatia (Destinations Not to Miss!)
white and green shop in downtown estes park. shopping downtown is one of the best things to do in estes park colorado
18 Best Things to Do in Estes Park, CO
mount rainier national park, one of the most beautiful national parks in the united states, with wildflowers in the foreground and mount rainier in the background
25 of the Best National Parks in the USA (Beautiful + Diverse!)
venetian canal with a gondola passing under a bridge. one of the fun facts about venice italy is that there are far fewer gondolas now than in the past
25 Fun + Interesting Facts About Venice, Italy
Arch in Arches NP with a sun flare and snow on the ground. arches in winter usa national parks to visit
15 Beautiful US National Parks to Visit in Winter (+ Travel Tips!)
couple walking along the beach at sunset in the outer banks, one of the most romantic getaways in north carolina for couples
10 Romantic Getaways in North Carolina
View from Montparnasse Tower Paris with the Eiffel Tower in the center of the photo and La Defense visible behind it
How (And Why) to Visit Montparnasse Tower in Paris
Kate Storm at the viewpoint at the Canyon Overlook Trail in Zion National Park Utah
The Canyon Overlook Trail: A Short (But Sweet!) Hike in Zion NP
View of the Amalfi Coast with the sea to the right and a village on the left. The beautiful Amalfi Coast is one of the best places to visit in Italy.
25 Best Places to Visit in Italy (+ Map to Find Them!)
Pacific Coast Highway California shot from above, one of the best romantic vacations for couples in the United States
19 Exciting West Coast USA Road Trip Itinerary Ideas
Photo of Rainbow Row in Charleston SC, a must see during a 3 day weekend in Charleston SC
3 Days in Charleston SC: The Perfect Weekend in Charleston Itinerary
Château Chenonceau as seen from across the garden with pink flowers in the foreground. Château Chenonceau is one of the best day trips from paris france
17 Incredible Day Trips From Paris (By Train, Car, or Tour!)
Portland Head Light on a sunny summer day with flowers in the foreground
17 Fun Weekend Getaways from Boston
View of Bryce Canyon amphitheater from above--seeking out views like this is the meaning behind most of the best things to do in Bryce Canyon NP
17 Best Things to Do in Bryce Canyon National Park
Kate Storm and Jeremy Storm wearing winter coats on the edge of a canal in Amsterdam in December, facing each other
Amsterdam in December: 11 Things to Do + Travel Tips!
Cologne German Christmas Market at night as seen from above with red roofs of stalls prominent. Cologne hosts one of the best european christmas markets
31 Magical Christmas Markets in Europe
La Petite Venise in Colmar on a summer day. Visiting La Petite Venise is one of the best things to do in colmar france.
17 Best Things to Do in Colmar, France
Cup of coffee sitting on a black table outdoors during a typical French breakfast in France, with a red chair in the background
French Breakfast Guide: How to Enjoy Breakfast in France
Clear water of Lake Tahoe California in summer with snowcapped mountains in the background--one of the best places to visit in the USA bucket list
USA Bucket List: 50 Best Places to Visit in the US
Kate Storm looking down into Wall Street Slot Canyon in Bryce Canyon, an unforgettable stop on a Utah road trip itinerary
How to Hike Wall Street in Bryce Canyon
Pile of cannoli with chocolate chips on the end, one of the most popular street foods in Sicily Italy
What to Eat in Sicily: 21 Traditional Sicilian Foods to Try When You Visit
Statue of Apollo in front of the Temple of Apollo in Pompeii. Incredible ruins like this can be seen at either Pompeii or Herculaneum
Pompeii or Herculaneum: Which Ancient City is Best?
Huevos agorhados as seen from above on a pink tablecloth surrounded by sides during a breakfast in Mexico
Mexican Breakfast Guide: How to Enjoy Breakfast in Mexico
Sunset at Dead Horse Point State Park, one of the best places to visit in Utah
25 Best Places to Visit in Utah (Vacation Spots Not to Miss!)
Faraglioni of Capri as seen from the water with the brown bow of a boat in the foreground. Capri is one of the most romantic places in Italy, partially because of the legend of the Faraglioni!
17 Wildly Romantic Places in Italy