Last Updated: 7/30/23 | July 30th, 2023 Paris may be known as the City of Lights but it hides a dark and disturbing history. Underneath the city, there is a gigantic honeycomb of tunnels. The system is a giant maze, and no one knows quite how many tunnels or chambers there are out there (that’s […]
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Buenos Aires Travel Guide
Known as the “Paris of South America,” Buenos Aires lives up to its nickname thanks to its popular café culture, grand boulevards, and an incredible food scene that rivals its European counterpart. Argentina’s capital and largest city is a hotspot for music, food, the arts, and dancing. The city is one of the most diverse […]
Vietnam Travel Guide
From the stunning views of Sam Mountain and Ha Long Bay to the man-made artistry of the sacred temples and pagodas to the rice terraces and beaches, Vietnam is stunning. There’s no denying that backpacking Vietnam (or simply traveling here on a vacation) is an experience filled with natural beauty, hectic cities, and some of […]
How to Spend 5 Days in Paris
Last Updated: 3/1/2024 | March 1, 2024 Paris. It’s one of my favorite destinations in the entire world and a city that would take a lifetime to see. I’ve been to the city more times than I remember — I even moved there for a while — yet I’ve barely scratched its surface. Understandably, planning […]
Marrakesh Travel Guide
Marrakesh is the fourth-largest city in Morocco and is usually on every traveler’s itinerary when visiting the North African country. My time visiting Marrakesh was everything I thought it would be: a modern mix of Moroccan and international culture, delicious food, and beautiful architecture in the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 1070, […]
Phnom Penh Travel Guide
Cambodia’s capital city is raw, wild, and untamed. I fell in love with it during my first visit and have loved it ever since. Founded in 1434, Phnom Penh has a tumultuous past. The city ballooned during the Vietnam War, filling with refugees fleeing the conflict. It was cut off by the Khmer Rouge for […]
Canada Travel Guide
Canada is a massive, stunning country filled with friendly people, diverse cities, and unique landscapes. Spanning over 9,000 kilometers (5,600 miles) from the icy tundra of the Yukon to the rocky beaches of the east coast, the Great White North is a country that has something for everyone. Canada is often skipped over on many […]
Montreal Travel Guide
Montreal is Canada’s “European” city. It’s one of the five largest French-speaking cities in the world, and at one point it was even the capital of the country. The second-largest city in the country, it’s charming, historic, and unlike Canada’s other large cities. Personally, I think it’s one of the best cities in Canada. The […]
Luang Prabang Travel Guide
Luang Prabang is a small but vibrant town in the heart of mountainous Northern Laos. Luang Prabang is located at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers and is one of the most popular destinations in Laos as most travelers use it as the first or last stop in the country before traveling […]
Brussels Travel Guide
Brussels is a bit of an underdog city in Europe. Most travelers speed through on their way to Paris or Amsterdam. Or they skip the city altogether. I think that’s a mistake. As the administrative center of the European Union, Brussels can feel a bit “stuffy” — but don’t let that fool you. The city […]
The Best Things to Do and See in Brussels
Last Updated: 10/17/23 | October 17th, 2023 Brussels is the capital of Belgium and the de-facto capital of the European Union. A beautiful, charming city, at times it can feel a little stuffy, but it’s also a picturesque and historic destination with lots to offer visitors (especially foodies and history buffs). There have been people […]
Where to Stay in Tokyo: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Posted: 4/4/24 | April 4th, 2024 Tokyo is the largest city in the world, home to a whopping 37 million people in the metro area. The city. Incredible, amazing, and bewildering. But massive. In terms of neighborhoods, there are 14 urban hubs spread out across the megalopolis. There are also 23 wards — five of […]