In recent years, Colombia’s capital city has shed its bad-boy drug-ridden reputation and has gradually become a sought-after destination among many world travelers. There are many who sing its praises, and rightfully so. Bogota has quietly become an overnight sensation: a…
“Good food and good eating are about risk.” -Anthony Bourdain Just one of many insightful words of wisdom from the late Anthony Bourdain, who never ceased to inspire and embolden so many of us on how to travel, eat, and…
Amsterdam. A city of striking contrasts that everyone seems to fall in love with, and we are certainly no exception. World-renowned art and history institutions co-exist with risqué sex clubs and cannabis shops, venerable and lavish mansions lie side-by-side with…
Lei-ing it down at Old Lahaina, Maui’s most popular luau Do you ever stop and marvel at just how amazing this world we live in truly is? Endless amounts of jaw-dropping natural wonders, intricate architectural gems, and mind-boggling ancient treasures that…
One of the hottest travel destinations in all of Latin America, it’s easy to see why Costa Rica has been drawing an influx of travelers for well over a decade now. Raw and rugged rainforests, stunning white sand beaches, and an…
Nirvana. Frasier. Microsoft. Starbucks. Rain. Just a few of the things that often come to mind when thinking about Seattle. Sure, these are the obvious and typical associations, but in my opinion, what really defines and elevates Seattle as one…
The mere mention of Egypt likely conjures up exotic images of imposing pyramids, a colossal sphinx, and decorated camels ambling across expansive deserts. And yes, that’s certainly a significant part of the majority of people’s travel experiences in Egypt. I’d be…
Bad Saint: The Bold & The Beautiful I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: it’s a great time to be a foodie in Washington, DC. New and inventive restaurants continue to sprout all over the city, making it increasingly challenging…
As a westerner, the first time you cross the International Date Line and arrive in the Far East can be a bit of a culture shock; jolting, if you will. Overwhelmed, intrigued, disoriented…just a few of the feelings that swept over me and my best…
Venice’s infamous gondolas all lined up and ready to sail through the canals There are some places in this world that are so utterly flawless that they could lead you to believe that Mother Nature herself hand-selected them as her favorites.…