Last year around this time, T and I were at a lovely dinner party and were discussing our imminent summer plans. We were gearing up for several international trips including Greece, Dominican Republic, and Aruba. Our friends on the other hand, had…
Two Day Trips From Brussels: Ghent > Bruges
Brussels is a great city for so many reasons, but my absolute favorite reason is that it’s a gourmet city that takes its food, chocolate and beer very, very seriously. I know. You’re shocked that I care about such things. But…
Kentucky: A Weekend Exploring The Urban Bourbon Trail
Within a few short hours of being in Louisville, I turned to T and said, “I think I’m going to write a blog post titled, Travel: Forget What You Think You Know because Louisville is sooo not what I thought it…
From Lisbon, With Love
It seems like everywhere you turn, Lisbon is popping up on nearly every Hottest Destination list. This isn’t an accident, folks. There are so many reasons to fall in live with Lisbon, that within the second day of our trip, T…
Kansas City: The Underrated Midwest City You Should Visit
When planning a weekend getaway, I’m going to go out on a limb here and venture to guess that Kansas City is not the first destination that comes to mind. And I get that. I really do. And full…
Aruba: Sun, Sand, Sisterhood
Sun. Sand. Sea. Think of the island of Aruba and chances are that these are the images that will likely conjure up in your mind. Aruba likes to coin itself as the happiest island in the world. Well I’m not…
Five Reasons to Fall in Love With Guatemala
Oh, Guatemala. You are one of the most lovely and dynamic gems of all of Latin America, but yet, you are so grossly underrated. There is so much to see and do in your beautiful country: from colorful colonial cities to lively and…
Cartagena: The Jewel of Colombia’s Crown
A gorgeous blend of Spanish-colonial charm and vibrant Caribbean vibes, the enchanting old town of Cartagena is oozing of sophistication, splendor and sultriness. With stunning views of the sea, a varied and creative dining scene, elegant plazas, chic boutiques, and a…
Kyoto: Japan’s Beautifully Preserved Gem
Welcome to Kyoto: Where magnificent temples, sublime gardens, preserved traditions, and delectable cuisine await. In short, Kyoto is pure magic and should be the main focus of any Japan itinerary. When planning our ten-day trip, we went back-and-forth about how…
Our Favorite Travel Experiences of 2017
2017 brought us to some incredible places and exposed us to some equally amazing experiences. Including the United States, we traveled throughout seven magnificent countries, each unique and memorable in its own right. We checked some longtime destination wishes off of…