About me
My Biography
A Midwest-Based Travel Blog by Chris Sarcletti
I’m Chris Sarcletti, a Midwest-based travel writer and published author. I created See, Live, Eat to share travel as it’s actually experienced—through time spent walking, exploring, eating, and paying attention, rather than chasing tourist checklists.
The blog documents travel across the Midwest and the United States, with select international destinations explored through an experience-driven lens.
Travel and Scenic Exploration
Routes, hikes, and places meant to be experienced slowly
Travel is the foundation of See, Live, Eat. I write about road trips, hiking trails, national and state parks, forest preserves, and cities explored on foot. These experiences offer a slower, more grounded way to understand a destination and often reveal what makes a place memorable.
Food and Regional Culture
Local flavor as part of the travel experience
Food appears throughout the blog as a natural part of travel. A local meal, a neighborhood spot, or a regional specialty often provides insight into how people live and gather, adding context without becoming the focus of the story.
Music, Movies, and Cultural Touchpoints
Pop culture connected to place
Music, movies, and pop culture show up when they connect naturally to a destination. A venue, a concert memory, or a film tied to a location helps round out the experience and adds another layer to how a place is understood.
Explore the Blog and the Books I’ve Written
The Blog features experience-driven travel writing across these categories.
I’ve also published several travel memoirs, including A Family Travels as One: A North American Travel Memoir, which offer longer-form storytelling built around the same approach—real places, meaningful experiences, and time spent on the road.