Jasmine Avdagic Carpenter

Creative Writer, Travel Content Writer, Editor and Blogger

United States

Life is a journey, and for me, it’s been one filled with twists, turns, and the occasional lost luggage. From the cobblestone streets of Europe to the hidden corners of the Balkans, I’ve not only gathered memories but also penned stories that capture the heartbeats of the places I’ve been—and the lessons they’ve taught me.

From award-winning travel pieces to heartfelt musings on the little moments that shape us, these stories are pieces of my soul, written in the hope they’ll inspire, amuse, or simply remind you that we’re all navigating this beautiful chaos together.

So, grab a cup of coffee (or something stronger, no judgment here) and take a scroll. Maybe you’ll find a little bit of your own story tucked between the lines of mine.

Here’s to the journey!

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03/14/2025
A Mystery Woman

The very first blush of dawn spilled over the horizon when I noticed her: a lone figure wandering along the shoreline. Draped in a long, flowing coat that seemed to sweep stories from the sand with...

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03/04/2025
Torre Collevento: The Place Where Forever Begins

Some places softly whisper themselves into your soul before you ever step foot on their land. Torre Collevento is one of those places for me. I haven't been there yet. But a dear friend of mine has...

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02/07/2025
Under Puglia's Sun, Two Sisters Walk the Heel

We were somewhere between Monopoli and Locorotondo, the golden afternoon sun stretching long shadows across endless olive groves, when my sister cranked up the volume and yelled, "This is our song!"...

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08/08/2024
8-8-8

Ancient Egyptians believed in it. Spiritual people and astrologists call it the most potent day in a year for manifestations. It is August 8, the so-called Lion's Portal gate. It's not unusual that I...

Intrepid Times
03/15/2022
Stepping Back in Time - Intrepid Times

A traveler in Dubrovnik stumbles upon a helpful local who paints a picture of the city's history. Upon the entrance of the Pile Gate into the fortified city of Dubrovnik,...

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07/25/2023
Chasing Waterfalls

A well-deserved and much needed break finally came. Giddy with excitement and looking for a new travel adventure, I found myself at the Krka National Park located around 60 miles from Split, Croatia...

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04/25/2022
Grandma's China Teamugs

We all have a place in our house: attic, garage, or the top shelf in our closet, where we keep things we cannot part away from a lock of your newborn babies hair, an award received for the best poem...

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03/01/2023
Today is Independence Day.

Today is Independence Day. Although Bosnia and Herzegovina was recognized by the international community as an independent, sovereign country 31 years ago, historically, it existed way longer than...

Travelmag.co.uk
11/24/2022
Mesmerised by Montenegro - Travelmag

Jasmine Carpenter finds the tiny European country of Montenegro packs a cultural punch - and meets up with some childhood friends.