So many places, so little time. Traveling planet earth, one step at a time…
South Africa is not just a safari destination --- it attracts people from all around the world with its hip neighborhoods, eco-friendly tourism and unique history. Cape Town is situated between a mountain range on one side and the Atlantic Ocean with beautiful beaches on the other. In between is a vibrant, diverse city with... Continue Reading →
Mexico tourism is mainly focused on the coastal regions and Mexico City is rarely listed as a top travel destination. Whenever it does get attention, the population and high crime rates can be deterring... for all of these reasons, Mexico City, officially known as Ciudad de México (CDMX) had never made it to the top... Continue Reading →
Ever since I got into watching Japanese anime and fell in love with classic movies like Tokyo Story and Rashomon, it's been a dream to visit this island famous for its samurai, advanced tech, and delicious food! Although I've always felt positive about Japanese culture (despite its troubles), I was under the impression that people... Continue Reading →
From the moment I stepped foot onto the Southwestern states, I sensed a deep connection with the region --- from the mighty rivers to the grand valleys and endless deserts, it's almost like you are watching nature shape itself in real time. After two shorter trips in 2011 and 2014, we planned the ultimate "canyon... Continue Reading →
Even though I had a very tight schedule, I didn't want to miss the opportunity to visit Paris, one of the most iconic European cities. As a result, I found myself with less than 24 hours to see dozens of sights. To make the most out of my time, I purchased a day pass to... Continue Reading →
Imagine an island separating Europe and North America, home to dozens of volcanoes, topped with some of the largest glaciers outside of the Arctic. A country with only 300 thousand inhabitants and over a million sheep (!), attracting over 2 million tourists every year. Where active volcanoes keep adding new land via lava eruptions, waterfalls... Continue Reading →
It’s been a lifelong dream of mine to visit the heart of Africa and experience wildlife first-hand. Finally, we were able to plan a weeklong safari trip in Kenya at the time of the Great Migration in Maasai Mara. We also opted to spend a few days in the Amboseli / Kilimanjaro region famous for its […]
It's been a lifelong dream of mine to visit the heart of Africa and experience wildlife first-hand. Finally, we were able to plan a weeklong safari trip in Kenya at the time of the Great Migration in Maasai Mara. We also opted to spend a few days in the Amboseli / Kilimanjaro region famous for its... Continue Reading →
For the Christmas/New Year break of 2016, we took a 5-day vacation to Costa Rica, claimed the happiest and greenest country in the world. We got to experience many things we hoped for, such as getting close to the laziest animal on earth, even though there were some surprises in the process. Our biggest surprise was... Continue Reading →
We made a last minute decision to spend the 2015 holidays in the Bahamas. We hoped for pristine beaches, crystal clear water, and abundant sea life, and boy did it meet (and exceed) our expectations. With over 300 islands to choose from and a 2-hour nonstop flight from DC, it's hard to resist going there every... Continue Reading →
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