June 7, 2026

Ranking the Best Lake George Towns to Stay for First-Time Visitors

There is New York the city and there is New York the state. Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, Lake George is where rugged wilderness meets old-school charm. Picture this: you paddle across crystal-clear waters by day and relish a hearty meal in a cozy lakeside tavern by night. […]
June 6, 2026

Best Places to Stay in Sebago Lake for First-Time Visitors

Sebago Lake, cradled in the pristine wilderness of Maine, embodies a narrative of rugged beauty and timeless allure. It’s a place where the whispering pines stand sentinel over crystal-clear waters, inviting you to explore its hidden coves and embrace the serenity of lakeside living. Picture yourself casting a line at […]
June 5, 2026

The Best Things to Do in Trieste in 1 Day

The way I travel in Europe is not too different from the way I travel around my home country the Philippines and my second home Vietnam. I check Google Maps. And if there is something in the satellite image that piques my interest, I simply check it out. That’s how […]
June 5, 2026

Hong Kong Travel Guide for First-time Visitors

Hong Kong reminds me of the paradox of human progress: the dragon-gated skyscrapers at Victoria’s Harbour coexists with the squalidness of Lucky House, infamous for its coffin houses. From the luxury cars becoming a commodity on the streets to the 570 bird species found in its land, representing one third […]
June 5, 2026

The Best Places to Stay in Boston for First Time Visitors

Boston is a city that wears its history on its sleeve, where cobblestone streets meet cutting-edge innovation. It’s a place where you can sip chowder in a centuries-old tavern, then catch a game at Fenway, where the ghosts of revolutionaries linger in the crisp New England air. This isn’t just […]
June 5, 2026

Where to Stay in Hanoi for First Timers: Some of the Coolest Hotels

Hanoi—where history meets hustle and the streets pulse with life. This what draws me and made me stay for four years, first as a digital nomad, then I went back to teaching full-time. It was the eclectic energy. The relentlessness. The restlessness that made me stay. For first-timers navigating this […]
June 5, 2026

Your Ultimate Ninh Binh Travel Guide: 17 Best Things to Do in Ninh Binh, Vietnam + Ninh Binh Itinerary

With my four years in Vietnam, Ninh Binh singularly took the number one spot as the most visited. I regularly visited this place on my own especially during the pandemic since it is just 1 hour and 30-min away from Hanoi by limousine—the locals’ word for spacious shared van. When […]
June 4, 2026

One Day in Salzburg: My MIL’s Casual Itinerary

Salzburg is my mother-in-law’s favorite city in the world; mine is Vienna. Perhaps it’s the proximity to her home in Munich – just a hop over the border – or the way the Alpine air mixes with Baroque charm. Either way, when we decided to have one day in Salzburg, she […]
June 4, 2026

Where to Stay in Skiathos: Your Ultimate Guide

As an island gal based in Munich, Germany, I get the profound yearning for the sea. Skiathos, Greece, has become my cherished refuge, offering boundless beaches and the calming presence of the ocean. Fun fact: Skiathos is part of the Sporades island group, named after the Greek word for ‘the […]
June 3, 2026

Affordable Tulum Hotels under $80

Welcome to Tulum, where the sun-kissed shores meet the charm of imperfect plumbing and a thriving iguana community. This coastal haven, just an hour and a half from Cancún, has evolved beyond its quaint past. While traffic and waiting lists now dot the scene, fear not – Tulum’s allure persists. […]
June 3, 2026

The Best Hotels Near SeaTac Airport with Free Parking and Shuttle

The distance from Tacoma to Seattle is roughly 34 miles (55 kilometers) via Interstate 5, with travel time varying between 40 minutes to an hour depending on traffic. SeaTac Airport, conveniently positioned about 18 miles (29 kilometers) north of Tacoma and 13 miles (21 kilometers) south of downtown Seattle, serves […]
June 3, 2026

Milna: A Quaint Little Town on Hvar Island

Move over, Hvar town, because Milna is the new kid on the island block. This hidden gem is tucked away in a secluded cove on the south side of Hvar, just 4 kilometers away from the party-laden Hvar Town. It’s the perfect oasis for families and couples alike, with beaches […]