Caroline Ikeji

Caroline is a Southern California based traveler, writer, and photographer. She travels all around California, the US, and the world in search of the most colorful places, the most delicious food, and bucket-list adventures. Her aim is to inspire other travelers discover how to add more adventure and joy to their lives. On Pictures & Words, you'll find detailed guides + itineraries, along with vibrant photos to help you plan the the most epic trips. When she's not traveling, Caroline also runs half marathons.

Wondering where all the most Instagrammable places in Los Angeles are? Fear not – I’ve rounded up over 50 of the most photogenic places in the City of Angels! Check out these Los Angeles Instagram spots to help you find the best places to take some awesome photos for your feed! With so many palm …

Wondering all the best things to do, see, and eat in 2 days in Chicago? I’ve got ya! This Chicago 2 day itinerary will help you experience all the best of the Windy City! Chicago is one of those cities that has it all: incredible architecture (it is the birthplace of the skyscraper after all), …

Looking for some epic things to do in San Francisco? Be sure to check out this San Francisco bucket list for all the things you must do, see, eat, and drink in the city! San Francisco may be small in area – it is 49 square miles (7 miles x 7 miles), but there is …

Christmas in San Francisco is the most magical time of the year! Looking for all the best things to do in the city to get you in a jolly holiday spirit? Read on for the most festive Christmas activities, events, and attractions in San Francisco! City sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style (is that …

Wondering where to stay in Lisbon? With its convenient location, hip, modern vibes, and comfortable rooms, Gat Rooms Rossio is an excellent choice! What do you look for when you are choosing a hotel? For me, it’s location, comfort, and style, and Gat Rooms Rossio had all three, making it the perfect home base for …

Wondering where to find the best ramen in San Francisco? Keep reading to find out where to go when you are craving a bowl of delicious, slurp-worthy ramen! If I could eat one thing for the rest of my life, it would be ramen. Few things are as satisfying and comforting to me as slurping …

Looking for the most delicious and Instagram worthy desserts in NYC? Don’t worry, I’m here to satiate your sweet tooth. Anyone out there got a huge sweet tooth? raises hand I never say no to a tasty treat, whether it’s ice cream, cake, cookies…just gimme all of it. What’s even better when it’s Instagram worthy …

Wondering what you should do, see, and eat on a Barcelona 3 day itinerary? You’ve come to the right place! Read on for my tips to help you plan that perfect 3 days in Barcelona With its reputation for being a city full of amazing architecture and amazing food, Barcelona had been on my list …

Looking for the most Instagrammable places in Paris? Look no further, I’ve rounded up the 20 of the best and most photogenic spots in the city to help you snap those perfect Paris photos! Ahhh Paris…is there not a more beautiful and photogenic city? Personally, I think not. I absolutely fell in love with the …

Planning a Fjäderholmarna day trip from Stockholm and looking for things to do? You’ve come to the right place! Keep reading for tips on planning your own day trip to Fjäderholmarna. Just a boat trip away from Stockholm city center lies Fjäderholmarna, a small island that is known as the gateway to the archipelago. Because …