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.
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!)
Stacked bones as seen when visiting the Paris catacombs with a skull in the foreground on the left side of the photo
Visiting the Paris Catacombs: Essential Things to Know!
View of Paris Opera House and Eiffel Tower from rooftop of Galeries Lafayette, one of the best instagram spots in Paris
44 Magical Quotes About Paris to Inspire Your Trip
Islands off the coast of Santorini: read our guide for how to choose whether to visit Croatia or Greece!
Greece or Croatia: Which Coastal Getaway is Right for You?
St.Mark's Church as seen from the side in Zagreb Croatia, a must-see when spending one day in Zagreb itinerary
The Perfect One Day in Zagreb Itinerary
Howth Cliff Walk in Ireland, a fun bonus stop for your 10 day Ireland road trip itinerary. Wildflowers are in the foreground and a lighthouse in the background.
11 Delightful Day Trips from Dublin, Ireland (+ Tips!)
Torc Waterfall in Killarney National Park, a must-see during your 10 day Ireland road trip!
The Ultimate 10 Day Ireland Itinerary (Road Trip Guide!)
bass harbor head light lighthouse in bar harbor maine
25 Incredible Places to Visit in New England (Weekend Getaway Ideas!)
Photo of a rowboat in a lake in Killarney National Park Ireland--definitely be prepared for all weather when putting together your Ireland packing list!
Planning a Trip to Ireland: Your Easy 9-Step Checklist
Rocky coastline along Slea Head Drive, Dingle Peninsula drive Ireland
Slea Head Drive: Your Guide to Dingle Peninsula’s Epic Road Trip
Colorful buildings in Doolin Ireland near the Cliffs of Moher
11 Delightful Things to Do in Doolin, Ireland (+ County Clare)
Cobblestone streets surrounding colorful buildings in Dublin Ireland
The Ultimate 2 Days in Dublin Itinerary
Deck of Cards with St Colman's Cathedral in the background as seen in Cobh Ireland
10 Cool Things to Do in Cobh, Ireland
Kate Storm standing on a pebble beach on Dingle Peninsula, Ireland. Minard Castle is behind her. This is a great example of what to wear in Ireland!
The Ultimate Packing List for Ireland (+ What to Wear!)
Quiet street in Venice, to be visited on this 2 week Italy itinerary
Venice or Rome: Which Italian Masterpiece is Right for You?
Top of the Rock vs Empire State Building: view of Empire State Building from Top of the Rock Observation Deck
21+ Fun Things to Do in Midtown, NYC (Beyond Times Square)
View of Riomaggiore at sunset with the sea in front of it--one of our Cinque Terre tips is to watch at least one sunset in the villages if you can!
17 Quick Cinque Terre Tips You Need to Hear
Kate Storm looking toward San Marco Campanile from Scala Contarini del Bovolo, which is an excellent place to visit during 2 days in Venice
25+ Beautiful Photo Spots in Venice (+ Tips)
4 Day New York Itinerary: Manhattan Skyline with Brooklyn Bridge
One Day in New York: How to Sample NYC in a Day
View of Manarola, One Day in Cinque Terre
How to Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre (By Train, Car, or Tour)
Photo of Miami skyline with a US flag in the right corner and a causeway built over the water. Miami is easily one of the best weekend getaways in the USA!
19 Cool Cities Perfect for Weekend Getaways in the USA
View of Taormina as seen from grounds of the Greek theatre. You can see the bottom of Mount Etna, the peak is covered by clouds.
13 Terrific Things to Do in Taormina, Sicily
Senanque Abbey shot from above--the abbey is in the bottom left of the shot with lavender fields to the right--definitely stop here on your France road trip!
A Spectactular South of France Itinerary: Provence + French Riviera
Photo of the Faraglioni of Capri taken from the Garden of Augustus. There are boats in front of the Faraglioni and the cliffs of Capri to the left.
Honeymoon in Italy: Romantic Things to Do & Travel Guide!
Kate in a blue skirt in Goult, France. There's a stone building with blue shutters to her left, and she's facing away from the camera. Goult is one of the best places to visit in the south of France.
Visiting Goult, The Unsung Gem of Provence’s Luberon Valley