Vancouver is one of those places I dream of moving to. Beautiful architecture, ocean views and its close proximity to Victoria and Seattle all make it highly attractive. The fact that it’s like a mini Hong Kong also catches my attention. With mild winters and gorgeous summers, Vancouver makes a perfect destination within Canada year-round. Here’s […]
Back when I was in Kuala Lumpur, I had decided to take a day trip to visit the charming city of Melaka. While it seems many of you have been there as well, a lot of people began asking me for new side trip ideas from KL. A new interesting place to explore, and one not […]
The nation of Greece is famous for its rich culture, Mediterranean climate and interesting history. There are numerous Greek islands just waiting to be explored, all of which feature their own unique attractions and inviting atmosphere. Each of the islands in Greece comes complete with its own beaches, where the sand is fine and golden and […]
Since so many of you ask me for hotel recommendations in Hong Kong all the time, I’m pleased to say I finally have an answer for you! Introducing… L’hotel élan! L’hotel élan is the definition of luxury on a budget– and that’s saying something being in Hong Kong! You know Hong Kong and “budget” don’t really […]
Wedding season is upon us and it’s time for those who are tying the knot to start thinking about where they want to go on their honeymoon! I know I sure have been. With our wedding quickly approaching in less than six months, I’ve been trying to figure out the best honeymoon destinations in Asia. […]
When I announced that I was going on my first ever river cruise with Viking Cruises, I was met with a mix of surprise and excitement. Many of you were looking forward to hearing about my trip because you expressed interest in going yourselves, which is great. A lot of you had questions about the rooms, excursions, and just […]
Motorbikes have become ubiquitous with Vietnam. They seem to be the one aspect of life there that people talk about and remember after a trip there. I knew this going into it. I want to feel as though I was prepared to see the ungodly number of motorbikes on the road… and I was. What I wasn’t […]
Location is everything in an intense metropolis like Bangkok, and it doesn’t get much better than the Amari Watergate Bangkok. Right in the heart of the city, the hotel is just steps away from all of the city’s biggest malls where you can find literally anything from the latest designs to real, fake designer handbags. The hotel […]
Tugu Bali is more than a hotel, it’s an experience. In theory, it has everything anyone could want in a hotel– a romantic setting on the beach, authentically delicious food, and culture oozing everywhere. And I mean everywhere. From the moment you step inside, you immediately feel relieved for the chaotic surfer haven that lurks outside. With […]
When I found out I would be arriving in Hanoi four days ahead of schedule, I struggled to decide what I would do with my time there. Should I spend more time in the actual city? Should I hole up and get some work done? Many of you recommended I go out to Ha Long Bay […]