Travel Blog

Here is your 2022 travel bucket list recommended by yours truly. Destinations for all budgets! Mexico! Yes, I know, I know. Why Mexico? Everyone has been to Mexico. You're right, but I'm not talking about Tulum, Cabo, Riviera Maya, or Puerta Vallarta. Those are stale...

      Roatan; An island in the Caribbean off the northern coast of Honduras, this island is known for its incredible diving and snorkeling. It has numerous offshore colorful coral reefs, fascinating shipwreck sites such as the Odyssey and Aguila, and an array of...

Guatemala, to me, is a hugely underrated and under-visited country! There are so many points of interest in this country and so much to see. I naively thought I could visit them all in five days, and there was zero chance that would happen. I luckily enjoyed spending...

The afternoon I landed in Mexico City (CDMX), I never imagined that it would be my first of three trips in just a month. Typically, when I travel, I visit one gorgeous place after another, taking in everything, loving it, but leaving it with just the colorful memories...

Top 10 Things to See and Do in Beirut and Beyond Where is Beirut? What are the top things to see in Lebanon? The top things to do in Beirut? When is the best time to visit Beirut? What should you wear in Lebanon? Is Lebanon safe? Is Beirut safe? I will go over the top...

Ultimate Guide for Visiting Jordan! Follow my blog with Bloglovin Jordan! What a magical country! You are in for such beauty and unique experiences. There is so much to see and do in Jordan. First things first. When heading to...

Everything to See and Do in Peru! I had always wanted to go to Peru. Many people do, to see one of the "Wonders of the World" there called Machu Picchu. Oh my word, is there so much more to the country than that. So much that I even extended my trip two days to enjoy...

The capital of Chile might just be one of the most beautiful cities in South America. Surrounded by the Andes mountains, Santiago is bursting with natural beauty, rich history, and colorful culture. If you have a few days to spare, Santiago is a city full of...

Ultimate Guide for First Time Travel to Rio de Janeiro! “Rio de Janeiro is a bright, energetic, and vibrant city, full of culture, beauty, and a lively atmosphere.” Rio de Janeiro is a bright, energetic, and vibrant city, full of culture, beauty, and a lively...

A Weekend in Athens! If any of you are even remotely similar to me and have even a little bit of love for history and a lot of love for adventure, then surely, Athens is one city on your bucket list. No matter what people tell you about the city itself, you must go...

So! Armenia! I’m sure you have heard of it, but probably not visited it. Honestly, it wasn’t a country I was super excited to visit. I didn’t know much about the history, or the landscape of the country. I went in with an open mind and low expectations. Oh my word, I...

To be completely honest, Georgia was never anywhere near top of my list of places to visit, or anywhere on the list at all. I believed it was just a poor, war-stricken country where I would be totally unsafe. Wow, Was I completely wrong. After visiting, I can’t help...

Ten Things to do in Munich!   1.    Stay in a good area of Munich so you can walk to all the Tourist areas. For budget travelers, I would recommend Hotel Jedermann. It’s a 5 min walk from the train station. Newly redone, minimal, yet modern,...

First things first, don’t let the name intimidate you. It’s pronounced lyoo-blyah-nuh. So there, now you have no reason not to visit the capital of Slovenia. With that out of the way, let me tell you some reasons why your next holiday destination needs to be...

10 Sites to See in Stunning Salzburg! “The architecture here is beautiful, the streets are very clean, and the squares are beautifully designed with the most intricate of details.” 1.    Let’s start with the basics.  Take a stroll through old town.  It’s my first...

Hi everyone! Ok, so surely, I can’t just say, “trust me, it’s so beautiful”, and you take my word for it? “I saw the photo of Bled, and was like “Omg, where is that? I need to visit”?” Ok, ok, fine. I’ll explain. I was first attracted to Lake Bled a few years ago,...

2018 Favorite Hotel Award goes to……. Atlantis by Giardino in Zurich    “Zurich is a stunning and magical city filled with the beautiful Swiss Alps.”               If you haven’t visited Zurich,...

A Grand Stay at the Grand Hotel River Park in Bratislava, Slovakia Down the Danube from Vienna, and a train ride away from Budapest, in Slovakia, is a lovely little city called Bratislava. The capitol of Slovakia. I didn’t know what to expect from the city that hosts...

The Ultimate Guide to Cabo San Lucas México       When I was looking for a beach vacation from LA that didn’t require a long flight and layovers, I considered Cabo right away. I had been there twice before more than a decade ago but this third time...

Buzzing in Belgrade and Swooning Over Tesla   I’ve got to say, I’ve always heard such glowing reviews of the Balkan city Belgrade. I had friends who raved about the nightlife, the city vibe, and how great fun it was. I was intrigued.  When I was...

Skopje: The Most Interesting looking Capitals in The Balkans   Before I went to Macedonia, I didn’t really know much about it. I went on a few dates in LA a decade ago with this guy from there, and back then I couldn’t even locate it on a map. I knew nothing....

A guide on what to see and do in the charming city of Bruges, Belgium. Bruges is the Cutest City Ever     “The buildings are colorful and true to Belgian architecture. It’s quite romantic here.”...

    If you know me or have read my previous blogs, you are familiar with my love for Monaco and The French Riviera. I love that coastline. It’s so beautiful and is absolutely perfect for a summer holiday away.    It was my go-to spot, but now I...

  Why Every American Should Visit Kosovo and The top things to do in Kosovo, including things to see in Pristina and things to see in Prizren. “They LOVE Americans. Yes, it’s true. The people in Kosovo love Americans. ”   Kosovo – I’m sure you’ve heard of...

All You Need to Know About Colombia! Why I Fell in Love with Colombia, and Why You Will too.                    I’m sure when you think of Colombia, like everyone, you automatically think...

Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting Iguazu Falls Visiting Iguazu Falls; Your Ultimate Guide to the Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the World.   “IGUAZU CONSISTS OF BETWEEN 150-300 WATERFALLS DEPENDING ON THE SEASON AND WATER LEVELS.”  ...