Is Washington D.C. A Dog Friendly Travel Destination? You’d Be Surprised.
Since she was a pup, my 9-year old shihtzu JetsetRuby has traveled to dozens of destinations and stayed in over 100 luxury hotels. She loves to travel, and it comes...
Why Reykjavik, Iceland Was Named The Least Stressful City In The World
Reykjavik, Iceland is the least stressful city in the world. This is according to VAAY.com, a CBD and well-being brand, which released a study that ranks cities by assessing how...
Review: Inside The Brand New $1.6 Billion Penn Station in NYC (PHOTOS)
The iconic Penn Station in Manhattan, New York City, has been quietly undergoing a $1.6 billion makeover the past few years. Opened in 1910, the historic station is now in...
Top 5 Beach Towns In Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica
Considered one of the top international destinations to travel to in 2021, Costa Rica has seen an influx of travelers in the past four months. The Nicoya Peninsula, located in...
Brooklyn For Tourists Tips: 6 Things You Should (Never) Do
More than 60 million tourists visit New York City every year, according to The New York Times. In fact, NYC saw a record 65.2 million visitors in 2018 — then...
6 compelling reasons to visit Quito, Ecuador
I never had compelling reasons to visit Quito, Ecuador. The city was never on my radar, and it lacks any sort of identity, so I traveled to other places in South...
5 Most Romantic Places In The World To Propose To Your Sweetheart
Imagine standing on a dramatic bluff, completely surrounded by beauty. The sun sets in the distance with deep, pinkish colors reflecting off the calm surface of the ocean. Birds swoop...
Ultimate Travel Guide to Maldives (+ 7 reasons to book a vacation)
There’s no place on Earth quite like the Maldives. Coming from me, that’s a big statement since I’ve traveled to 113 countries and seen incredible places. I keep going back to...
I Visited Rishikesh India Where Yoga Was Birthed — Here’s Why You Should Go
I'm not a big yogi. In fact, I rarely travel to places to specifically downward dog. However, after a few stressful months, I checked into a retreat in the Himalayas...
5 Best Pet-Friendly Destinations For Summer Travel
According to the Travel Industry Association, more than 30 million Americans travel with their pets every year, and that number continues to rise, thanks to relaxed rules and regulations at...
This New Development In Tulum, Mexico Proves The “Authentic” Beach Town Is Officially Over
I first visited Tulum, Mexico in 2006 with a friend. We ate cheap carne asada from street vendors, spent hours in the crystal-clear sea with no tourist in sight and...
Should you visit the Everglades in Florida? Is it worth it?
I went to the Everglades in Florida for the alligator tour with an open mind, especially since my expectations are high when it comes to safaris or wildlife encounters. In...
4 Best Things To Do In New Orleans (From A Local)
I recently ran into a friend in New Orleans, who was celebrating her honeymoon. It was her first time in the Big Easy, so naturally everyone she knew gave her...
7 Things You Need To Know About Traveling to Dominican Republic
I’ve traveled to Dominican Republic several times over the past decade, and it’s one of the most predictable, no-frills beach destinations in the Caribbean. You can always expect tropical weather,...
What should you see in Quito? The views, views, views.
After a fairly quick flight from Atlanta (approximately 5 hours), and a breeze through the very modern airport (new as of 2 1/2 years ago), I'm very surprised with Quito...
The Most Racist Cities In America — And Should You Travel There?
It's 2022, but it can feel like 1844. Racism has been more visible in America, and it's definitely leaving a mark in travel. For the first time ever, NAACP issued...
Review: I had the best Indian food of my life at Indian Accent New Delhi
Indian Accent, ranked a top 100 restaurant in the world, is the most progressive Indian restaurant in New Delhi. Currently located in a highbrow, residential neighborhood, it's one of my...
I checked into Taj Fort Aguada in Goa, India — Review
After nearly 20 hours of travel, I finally arrived in Goa, India, and I checked into Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa. Because I arrived at 4 AM, I didn't...
Crescent Park in NOLA is off the beaten path for New Orleans
There's a lot to do in New Orleans, which is why tourists never make it to Crescent Park NOLA in the Bywater District of New Orleans. I wrote about it...
Why Quito Ecuador is a bucket list destination for young travelers
There are two things Instagram influencers love: a big following and tons of attention. They get a whole lot of this in Quito, Ecuador, a bucket list destination becoming the...