Come Away with Me…
Through raw reflections and honest narratives, Bianca Valerio invites you to explore life’s beauty within and beyond.
A Life Beyond the Grave: Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses
Standing before a forest of crosses under a pale Lithuanian sky, I felt the silent tears of a nation—even when the Soviets tried, three times, to bulldoze this place, the crosses rose again under the cover of night. The Hill of Crosses is more than a travel stop—it’s a living testament to resilience, hope, and quiet devotion.
Surviving The 5 Stages of Grief
Grief is very much like love: deeply personal yet universally felt. In this vlog-blog, I tear down walls and step into that raw space of sorrow after losing my brother, Miko. I show up stripped, vulnerable, and learning that in brokenness, we may discover our greatest strength.
My Close Call: Stockholm Terrorist Attack
I was standing between a hot-dog stand and that infamous truck — just days before it became the scene of Stockholm’s devastating attack on Drottninggatan. In this “Sliding Doors” moment of fate, I reflect on luck, loss, and empathy. This episode isn’t just travel—it’s a heartfelt reminder to embrace kindness in a fragile world.
Japan Snow Festivals Part 4: Otaru
In Vol. 4 of my Japan Snow Festival series, I head to Otaru to chase candlelit magic—but what I found was messy snow, tourist mobs, and moments that fell short of picture-perfect. Yet, when I saw an elderly couple lost in their own world despite the chaos, I realized—travel isn’t about a flawless snapshot—it’s what you make of it.
Japan Snow Festivals Part 3: Sounkyo
From sizzling onsen dips to wandering through glowing ice caves, Part 3 of my Japan Snow Festival series whisks you away to Sounkyo—Hokkaido’s best-kept winter secret. Picture psychedelic lights dancing across frosty tunnels, an igloo party vibe in a tranquil mountain town—this is the art of snow turned into story.
Japan Snow Festivals Part 2: Asahikawa
In Part 2 of my Japan Snow Festival series, I whisk you away to Asahikawa—my personal favorite. Think massive snow sculptures doubling as stages, world-class ice-sculpting competitions, a magical glow along Heiwa-dori, thrilling snow slides, cozy food stalls, and an all-around winter playground you’ll never forget.