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We’re Matt and Alysha, the two endlessly curious (gluten free) travelers behind this site.
A couple of years ago, we quit our jobs and spent two years on the road in a converted Honda Odyssey exploring the western United States before spending three months in Europe.
After two years on the road, we put down roots in Portland, Oregon, and have fallen in love with the Pacific Northwest (Matt grew up in Seattle).
Now, we spend about six weeks a year in Europe, and the rest of the year exploring places closer to home.
We plan (and pay for) all of our own travels, and we use our first hand knowledge to write detailed travel guides to the places we love to help YOU plan an amazing trip.
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How to Visit the Vatican (Museums + St. Peter’s Basilica)
The combination of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica is quite possibly the most impressive collection of art in the world (the Louvre is the only collection I can think of that comes close in breadth and impressiveness). Now, I’m not saying it’s my favorite collection of art – I generally prefer museums that…
Hey There! We’re Matt and Alysha
We’re Matt and Alysha, the two endlessly curious gluten free foodies behind Wheatless Wanderlust. We believe that travel is about learning, discovery, and connection.
We’ll help you become a more active participant when you travel – as opposed to an observer – by helping you find ways to connect with locals through cooking classes, walking tours, and more.
We write detailed travel guides to help you forge deeper connections, and hopefully we’ll help you discover something new along the way.
PS: Matt has Celiac Disease, and we write gluten free travel guides to help you find the best safe gluten free restaurants around the world!
22 Crucial Things to Know Before Your First Trip to Italy
As someone who writes a lot about Italy as a travel destination, I come across a wide variety of opinions about visiting Italy. Many people fall in love with the history, food, and cultural elements that make Italy (and its specific regions) special. But I also see a lot of complaints about visiting Italy for…
Exactly What to Do in Venice (for First Timers)
Before my latest stint in Venice this past spring, I truly believed I would never set foot in Venice again. I had seen Venice twice before that (though it had been roughly a decade, well before the birth of Wheatless Wanderlust), and the whole “overtourism” conversation around Venice had really turned me off on visiting. …
Where to Stay in Venice: A Complete Guide for First Timers
Venice is a city that provokes some of the most intense disagreements in the world when it comes to its perceptions with travelers. Some are enchanted by the unique nature of a city built on the water, both figuratively and literally. Others are overwhelmed by the sheer volume of visitors making their way through the…