If you’re planning a trip to Japan, seeing Mount Fuji is probably high on your bucket list. And while it’s true that on a clear day you can see Mount Fuji from Tokyo, if you want a truly unforgettable experience, I highly recommend heading outside of the city and spending a night or two in a small lakeside village known […]
Kyoto was hands down one of my favorite places in Japan. Tokyo was fun for a big city, but Kyoto was just gorgeous. We were there the second weekend of November 2017, and the fall colors were at their peak! We were only in Kyoto for 3 nights, which is enough to see the highlights, but […]
Last fall we had the incredible opportunity to spend 7 weeks traveling in Asia. We started in Singapore, spent a week in Malaysia, 2 weeks in Thailand, then a week in the Maldives before spending our last 2 weeks in Japan. Over the next few days I’ll be sharing our ultimate guide to Japan — […]
Last summer I had the chance to spend 5 days in Slovenia. For some reason I had pictured Slovenia as a developing country — but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Slovenia is a modern European country with cultural cities and charming villages nestled among tranquil lakes and snow-capped Alpine mountains. English is widely spoken […]
If you’re planning a trip to Venice, you absolutely should not miss Burano Italy, an incredible colorful island nearby. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting Burano, including how to get there, what to do, and where to take the best photos! When I was in Venice last summer, I was so excited to […]
We only had one short day in Venice the first time we went to Italy, and it was a bit rushed. But Venice completely took my breath away. I always wanted to go back and spend more time there to really enjoy this magical island. Last summer I had the opportunity to go back and […]
The first time I went to Cinque Terre I absolutely fell in love. To this day, it’s still one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. Cinque Terre (pronounced Cheen-Kwah Terra) literally translates to Five Lands and refers to five tiny fishing villages along the north west coast of Italy. Cinque Terre is well-known for its beautiful […]
The first time I went to Italy, I kind of wanted to see the infamous Leaning Tower of Pisa. I mean, it’s iconic, right? It’s like going to Paris and wanting to see the Eiffel Tower. But unlike the Eiffel Tower, the leaning tower of Pisa is not in Rome. You have to make a special trip […]
The first time I saw a picture of Colmar, France, I was mesmerized. This breathtaking medieval village is straight out of a fairytale. From the narrow cobblestone streets lined with winding canals, to the colorful half-timbered houses adorned with overflowing flower pots, and the charming restaurants with sunny terraces on the water, Colmar may just […]
Last summer I was so fortunate to be able to fulfill one of my lifelong dreams… Seeing the endless, fragrant lavender fields of Provence, France. It was honestly like a fairytale — driving through the French countryside, seeing the beautiful, blooming lavender fields, and exploring the the tiny, charming villages of Provence. I couldn’t have […]
If you’re planning a trip to the French Riviera, you might be considering some of the more popular hotspots like Nice, Cannes, Saint Tropez, and Monte Carlo. But if you’re looking to get away from the typical tourist track and visit some ultra charming seaside towns, here are 4 amazingly beautiful, colorful little villages off the beaten path […]
A few weeks ago I had the incredible opportunity to attend the 10th Anniversary of the legendary Cayman Cookout at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman. The Cayman Cookout is an annual food and wine festival hosted by renowned chefs and celebrities like Eric Ripert, Anthony Bourdain, Emeril Lagasse, and José Andrés — just to name a few. […]
When people find out I have a travel blog, the first question everyone asks is “Where’s your favorite place you’ve ever been?” I definitely have a few favorites. Switzerland, Banff, and Sydney come to mind. But hands down… Naladhu Private Island in the Maldives is my favorite place I have ever been. It’s easy to see why Naladhu […]
Along with seeing the magnificent Matterhorn in Switzerland, the colorful tulips in the Netherlands, and the sweeping purple lavender fields in Provence, staying in my very own a private villa over crystal clear turquoise waters on a tiny, tropical island in the Maldives was one of the highest items on my bucket list. After traveling […]
Centara Grand Hua Hin Hua Hin is a quiet and relaxing seaside resort in Thailand. In 1928 the Thai king built a palace here, and to this day the Thai royal family still spends their summers here. We started our weekend in Hua Hin with a traditional Thai cooking class offered by our hotel in Hua […]
After spending a few weeks in big cities like Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Bangkok we were definitely ready for a few relaxing days at the beach. Located on the Gulf of Thailand, Pattaya is one of Asia’s leading beach resorts. It’s conveniently close to Bangkok, just 1.5 hours drive from the airport. We stayed at […]
Chiang Mai was one of my favorite cities we visited in Thailand. It was founded over 700 years ago and is the most culturally significant city in the north of Thailand. We only spent 3 nights in Chiang Mai, but we could’ve easily spent more time here. There’s so much to do and see in […]
Phuket is a mountainous island in the south of Thailand most famous for its palm tree lined beaches and vibrant nightlife. Thanks to the tropical climate, it’s always summer in Phuket. Even if you only spend a short amount of time here, it’s easy to see why this beautiful region is known as the “Pearl of the South“. One […]
After traveling our way north through Singapore and Malaysia, we were so excited to spend the next 15 nights in Thailand with Centara Hotels & Resorts. Hello Thai food! Our first stop was the capital city of Bangkok. We only had 3 nights here, so we had to make the most of our time. We spent […]
This fall we spent 8 days traveling through Malaysia as we worked our way from Singapore to Thailand. This gave us time to see Malaysia’s two biggest cities, Kuala Lumpur and Penang, plus 3 other smaller, quieter towns to get a true feel for this beautiful country. Malaysia is bursting with culture, beautiful architecture, colorful temples, ornate […]