Crescent Park in NOLA Is Worth The Visit
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...
Local’s Guide For Best Things To Do In New Orleans
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...
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...
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...
Ultimate Travel Guide to Palau — Jellyfish Lake, Jacque Cousteau and Survivor!
When I first visited Palau in 2005, I never wanted to go. It was a 25 hour flight from NYC (with 4 connections), and I knew virtually nothing about it....
6 Reasons To Charter A Yacht In The Caribbean
Vacationers want privacy, safety, peace of mind and convenience. They want to rejuvenate, unwind and remember some amazing travel they’ve missed out on pre-pandemic. Naturally, many are heading down to...
5 Luxury Things To Do In Phuket On A Budget
Phuket obviously has a reputation as a backpacker sanctuary (thanks to the book/movie The Beach, which brought global attention to budget travelers back in the late 90s). The allure is...
Ultimate Travel Guide to Maldives
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...
6 Things To Do (And NOT Do) In Brooklyn: A Local’s Guide
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...
The 10 Best Fitness Destinations For Spring 2023
With temperatures rising and workout clothes de-layering, there’s no better time to get your heart pumping with slush pile-free activities in the great outdoors. Spring is one of the best...
This Norwegian Museum Opening in 2025 Is Insane – Take A Look
The new Kon-Tiki Museum by Snøhetta is set to open in Oslo, Norway in 2025 — and it's insane. But, in 2025, it will be considered the future of museums. Last month, the Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta revealed plans to renew the Kon-Tiki...
The Top 10 Best Places To Hike In California — Power Ranked
San Francisco is the best hiking city in California. This is according to Lawnstarter, a startup that analyzed the 150 biggest US cities across 11 key indicators. While San Francisco...
5 things no one tells you about Galapagos (and the best tips for planning)
The Galapagos Islands is a bucket-list, dream trip for many travelers, especially those who have long been planning a trip. Not only does it have insanely beautiful, indigenous wildlife species...
The 9 Best Attractions In The Maldives
There’s no other place on Earth like the Maldives. These islands are home to stunning, white-sand beaches, crystal-clear lagoons, over-the-top resorts and some of the craziest, coolest and best attractions...
5 Best Places To Go Skinny Dipping
Skinny dipping brings to mind the adventurous and spontaneous times of your formative years. Often awkward, mostly exhilarating and yet all too rewarding, there’s nothing like the thrill of going...
6 Best Things To Do In Melbourne
Skydiving, riding in a hot air balloon, touring a winery, going on a sightseeing cruise, and many other unusual things to do in Melbourne. These events are centered around the...
I visited Syria as a tourist – this is what the country was like
Ten years ago, in October 2009, I was visiting Syria as a tourist before the civil war — and the country continues to be one of my most memorable destinations....
5 Best Parks In New York City For Picnics (Review)
Summer is the best time to visit New York City, but locals know Fall is the city's best kept secret. Over the fall months, the outdoor culture pops with life...
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...