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 standing in front of roman temple of diana, one of the best things to do in evora portugal
15 Exciting Things to Do in Évora, Portugal (+ Nearby!)
pappardelle al ragu with red wine at an outdoor table when eating in italy restaurant
21 Essential Tips for Eating in Italy (+ How to Decode Italian Menus)
winter landscape in colorado mountains with river in the foreground, one of the best winter vacations in usa
25 Wondrous Winter Vacations in the USA (For Sun or Snow)
ice skates ornament for sale, ornaments are at the top of any list of what to buy at christmas markets in europe
What to Buy at Europe’s Christmas Markets (Gift + Souvenir Ideas!)
view of bellagio italy from the waterfront overlooking lake como, one of the best things to do in bellagio italy
15 Best Things to Do in Bellagio, Italy (The Pearl of Lake Como!)
arch of constantine with rome souvenirs stand in the foregorund
What to Buy in Rome: 15+ Best Souvenirs from the Eternal City
view of the algarve coastline from the seven hanging valleys trail, an incredible stop on a 10 days in portugal itinerary
The Perfect 10 Days in Portugal Itinerary (+ Travel Tips!)
kate storm overlooking ponte de sao goncalo in amarante portugal things to do
Adorable Amarante, Portugal: Things to Do + Travel Guide
red barn and corn field on the side of the road, a typical midwest road trip itinerary view
13 Marvelous Midwest Road Trips (Itinerary Ideas + Tips!)
kate storm with the ducal palace in liberation square, one of the best things to do in dijon france
15 Delightful Things to Do in Dijon, France
kate storm walking along the castle walls, one of the best things to do in obidos portugal
Enchanting Óbidos, Portugal: The Best Things to Do + Travel Guide
tossa de mar, costa brava, from above, with castle in the foreground and water in the background, one of the best beach towns in spain
25 of the Best Coastal + Beach Towns in Spain
close up of a christmas market stall behind a tree with someone shopping, a typical view during a christmas in europe itinerary
How to Celebrate Christmas in Europe: Itinerary Ideas, Tips + FAQ!
grote markt square with bruges christmas market as seen in bruges winter
Bruges in Winter: Festive Travel Guide + Christmas Market FAQ
blue domes of oia santorini, one of the best places to visit when traveling to europe for the first time
Traveling to Europe for the First Time: Your 13-Step Trip Guide
kate storm and jeremy storm on a glacier tour iceland
Glacier Hiking in Iceland: 13 Essential Tips + FAQ!
stone street in tuscany italy
The Outsized Charm of Tiny Montefioralle, Italy
View of Lisbon Portugal from Mirodouro da Graca, a must-see viewpoint when experiencing Lisbon in a day
The Complete Guide to Lisbon in Winter: Things to Do + Tips!
bare tree in the water at driftwood beach at sunset, one of the best things to do on jekyll island georgia
13 Cool Things to Do on Jekyll Island, GA
View of small canal in Dorsoduro Venice with colorful buildings to the right and motorboats parked in the canal. Quiet spots like this are common when seeking out Venice hidden gems
Dazzling Dorsoduro, Venice: Things to Do + Travel Guide
monopoli italy as seen from across the water, one of the best places to visit during summer in italy puglia
17 Magical Cities + Towns in Puglia to Visit
cave of poetry puglia italy as seen from above
How to Visit the Cave of Poetry, Italy (Grotta della Poesia)
kate storm overlooking the sea on a balcony on the lungomare, one of the best things to do in otranto italy
Delightful Otranto, Italy: Things to Do + Travel Guide
famous beach of polignano a mare as seen from above on a puglia road trip itinerary
The Perfect 7 Day Puglia Road Trip Itinerary
view of venice canal from above, guide to what not to do in italy mistakes
15+ Common Travel Mistakes in Italy (What NOT to Do!)
gondola traghetto in venice with passengers approaching from grand canal
How to Take a Traghetto (Cheapest Gondola in Venice!)
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