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.
Kate Storm and Jeremy Storm in the Greek Theatre of Taormina Sicily
We Have to Go Back: Our Favorite New Destinations of 2019
Strasbourg Christmas market stalls set up under a tree with lights in it at twilight
Strasbourg in December: Things to Do + Christmas Market Tips!
Kate Storm in a brown coat approaching the camera. Several houses decorated for Christmas in Colmar France are behind her.
Colmar in Winter: Epic Travel Guide + Christmas Market FAQ
Palm trees growing on green grass in Lummus Park, Miami Beach.
15 Miami Quotes + Captions To Make You Crave the Beach
Kate Storm in a blue long-sleeved shirt overlooking Killarney Natoinal Park--a must-see spot when planning a trip to Ireland!
How Much Does a Trip to Ireland Cost (On Any Budget)?
Small street in Alberobello surrounded by white trulli. this village in puglia is one of the best small towns in italy Italy lined with trulli, one of the best travel destinations in Italy
44 Villages + Small Towns in Italy That Are Worth a Detour
Kate Storm and Jeremy Storm standing in front of the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland shortly before sunset
How to Plan Your Magical Ireland Honeymoon
Slieve League Cliffs in Donegal Ireland, as seen during a fabulous Ireland road trip
Ireland Off the Beaten Path: 17 Secret Spots + Hidden Gems
Exterior of Belleek Castle Ireland
Belleek Castle, County Mayo: Our Surprising Stay (+ Why to Visit!)
Full Irish breakfast served in Dublin, one of the best things to try when looking for the best food in Ireland
21+ Things to Eat in Ireland (+ Food Experiences Not to Miss!)
View of Split Croatia as seen from Marjan Hill on a sunny day--definitely don't missing visiting Split on your 10 days in Croatia itinerary!
The Ultimate 10 Days in Croatia Itinerary
View of Split Croatia Harbor with small boats in the foreground and palm trees in front of buildings in the background
How to Spend One Splendid Day in Split (Itinerary + Travel Tips)
View of Hvar Town from Spanish Fort with Pakleni Islands in the distance, one of the best things to do in Hvar Croatia
15 Best Things to Do in Hvar, Croatia
Borromini Forced Perspective Gallery at Palazzo Spada, shot from across the garden
How to Visit Palazzo Spada’s Offbeat Optical Illusion in Rome
View of the Roman Forum and Colosseum from tha Altare della Patria, one of the best viewpoints in Rome
15 Best Views of Rome (+ How to Visit!)
2 Days in Boston Itinerary: Fanieul Hall
15 Wicked Fun Quotes About Boston
Kate Storm leaning against a Vespa parked in front of a building in Rome Italy--you can learn all kinds of fun facts about Italy when wandering around Rome!
Turning 29: 28 Things I Did While I Was 28
Things to Do in Acadia National Park
7+ Epic East Coast USA Road Trip Routes (Itineraries + Tips)
Rome off the beaten path: view of Galleria Sciarra looking up
Inside Galleria Sciarra, The Trevi Fountain’s Secret Neighbor
Eiffel Tower in Paris France as framed by trees
How to Plan an Epic 2 Week Europe Trip (+ Itinerary Ideas!)
A photo of the front of a Venetian gondola in the foreground with the Grand Canal in the background--the absolute best views of Venice can be found from inside a gondola!
Is a Gondola Ride in Venice Worth the Price? (+ Essential Tips!)
View of fortress near Dubrovnik as seen from town walls, with Adriatic Sea in the foreground--when deciding whether to visit Split or Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik wins on views of the city itself!
Split or Dubrovnik: Which Coastal Croatian City is Right for You?
Tuscan countryside as seen from Montepulciano, with the countyside bathed in golden light--this Tuscany travel blog post will cover everything you need to know about finding spots like this during your Tuscany road trip!
The Perfect Tuscany Road Trip Itinerary (+ Driving Tips!)
Photo of the front of St. Mark's Basilica at night
What to Do in Venice at Night: 9 Fun Ideas
Grand Canal of Venice as seen from the Ponte dell'Accademia, one of the best Venice viewpoints!
11 Best Views of Venice (+ Map to Find Them!)
Exterior of Galerie Vero-Dodat passage, one of the beautiful hidden gems in Paris
Secret Paris: 31 Off the Beaten Path Spots + Exciting Hidden Gems
Madrid Royal Palace with garden in foreground, a must see during your 3 days in Madrid Itinerary!
The Ultimate 3 Days in Madrid Itinerary
View of the Eiffel Tower from Galeries Lafayette Department Store, a must-see during your 2 days in Paris itinerary
How Much Does a Trip to Paris Cost? (Essential Budget Tips!)
Photo of a piece of the Eiffel Tower sticking out from behind a tree with a sun flare on the left of the screen--you'll definitely see plenty of the Eiffel Tower during yoru weekend in Paris!
How to Make the Most of 2 Days in Paris: Weekend Itinerary + Tips!
Le Consulat Cafe in Montmartre with no people in front of it, one of the most instagrammable places in Paris
50 Incredibly Instagrammable Places in Paris (Best Photo Spots!)