Travel Guides
North America
New York City
New York City is an ever-changing landscape of cultures, histories, movements, styles and cuisine. It is a worldly city, both glamorous and gritty.
Key West, Florida
Key West is a tropical island at the end of the Florida Keys where roosters roam free, flip flops are worn as dress shoes and beach vibes rule above all else.
Panama City, Panama
Panama is home to pristine Caribbean beaches, Pacific islands, lush rain forests, a sprawling metropolis and colonial old town of Casco Viejo.
The Bacalar Lagoon, Mexico
The Bacalar Lagoon glows with shades of blue, aquamarine and deep navy. Shallow sand bars, deep cenotes and colonies of stromatolites hide beneath its surface.
Oaxaca, Mexico
Oaxaca is the cultural hub of Mexico famed for its cuisine, artisan goods, ancient ruins, colonial pueblos and scenic landscapes.
Lago Atitlán, Guatemala
Lago Atitlán is a freshwater lake in Guatemala’s rugged highlands, ringed by conical volcanos, nature preserves, coffee farms and small pueblos.
The Mayan Jungle
Deep within the lush jungles of Belize and Guatemala are some of the Mayan civilizations most sacred sights, lost cities, overgrown ruins and towering pyramids.
Western Puerto Rico
The western coast of Puerto Rico a tropical paradise with surf towns, palm lined beaches and sunset views. It’s best known for the districts of Rincón and Aguadilla.
Ponce, Puerto Rico
Ponce, known as “The Pearl of the South,” is famed for its architectural landmarks, indigenous cultural sights and annual carnival festivities.
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans is a historic city with a lively, liberal and romantic atmosphere. We fell in love with NOLA so much, it’s where we decided to get married!
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan is a tropical city with golden sand beaches and historic neighborhoods Puerto Rican culture flourishes in the lively music, vibrant art and Caribbean flavors.
The Yucatán Peninsula
The Yucatán is a tropical destination that invites adventure and exudes all around vacation vibes. It’s renowned for its white sand beaches, cenotes and Mayan ruins.
Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico City is a sprawling metropolis where old meets new. It’s a vibrant cultural hub shaped by both contemporary Mexican influences and Mesoamerican heritage.
Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca
Puerto Escondido is a tropical surf town on Oaxaca’s Pacific coast. Relaxing days on palm lined beaches make way to lively evenings along sandy streets.
Antigua, Guatemala
Antigua is a picturesque city with colonial era streets, a lively cultural scene and views of imposing volcanos, including the explosive Volcán de Fuego.
Eastern Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is known as La Isla del Encanto, which translates to The Island of Enchantment. Eastern Puerto Rico is home to rainforest, waterfalls and beaches.
Southwestern Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico’s southwestern region is home to some of the island’s most diverse landscapes, unspoiled beaches, historic pueblos and cultural experiences.
Caribbean Curaçao
Curaçao is a Dutch Caribbean Island with vibrantly painted buildings, musical nightlife, aquamarine shorelines, rugged seaside cliffs and dry forests.
Southwest Roadtrip
The Southwest is a playground of incredible rock formations, other worldly deserts, endless highways and roadside attractions.
Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Old San Juan is an enchanting and historic place lined with cobble stone streets, colonial architecture, world famous cocktail bars, Caribbean restaurants and stone fortresses.
Tulum, Mexico
Tulum is a rapidly growing tourist town with luxury eco resorts, Mayan ruins and access to natural sights like the jungle, cenotes, lagoons and white sand beaches.
Day of the Dead in Mexico City
Dia de los Muertos is one of Mexican culture’s most important holidays and traditions. It is a day to remember those that have died and to celebrate life.
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
San Miguel de Allende is a charming and historic pueblo famed for its unique architecture, vaquero lifestyle, desert landscapes and vineyards.
Caye Caulker, Belize
Caye Caulker, Belize is a small Caribbean island with a tropical atmosphere and laid back way of life. The sleepy vibes are emphasized by the islands motto “Go Slow.”
Culebra & Vieques
Culebra and Vieques are two islands off Puerto Rico’s eastern coast known for their sleepy vibes, tropical atmosphere, natural landscapes and Caribbean beaches.
Central Puerto Rico
The central mountainous region of Puerto Rico is a lush landscape with ancient cave systems, mesmerizing waterfalls, scenic hiking trails and archeological sights.
Costa Rican Roadtrip
Costa Rica is a lush and biodiverse country with tropical rainforests, active volcanos, nature reserves and exotic wildlife, all explorable on a cross country roadtrip.
South America
The Atacama Desert
The Atacama Desert is an aired landscape with countless volcanos, vibrant lagoons and small desert towns.
Peruvian Coast
Peru’s coast is home to breath taking landscapes, ruins from ancient civilizations and an unparalleled level of cuisine.
A Weekend in Santiago
Santiago is an enchanting metropolis with colorful city streets, lush hilltop parks, historic buildings, towering skyscrapers and views of the Andes Mountains.
A Week in Uruguay
Uruguay is an under the radar destination. Its blend of European influences, subtropical climate and thriving wine culture adds to its welcoming allure.
Brazilian Amazon
The Brazilian Amazon is a vast rainforest with an immense amount of biodiversity, indigenous tribes and eco-activities.
Chilean Patagonia
Chilean Patagonia is an awe inspiring and remote corner of the world. Its rugged terrain is covered in snow capped peaks, glacial lagoons, turquoise waterfalls and fjords.
The Bolivian Desert
The Bolivian Desert hosts the world’s largest salt flats, numerous volcanos, colorful lagoons and pink flamingos.
The Peruvian Andes
Peru’s Andean landscape is famed for its historic Incan ruins, colorful valleys, terraced farmland and herds of free roaming llamas and alpacas.
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro is a vibrant Brazilian city known for its energetic atmosphere, famed beaches, breathtaking landscapes, sprawling favelas and all night samba parties.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires is a vibrant city renowned for its cuisine, culture, architecture and history. It’s home to lively markets, world class cocktail bars and impressive art museums.
Suriname
Suriname is in the north east of the Amazon Rainforest with diverse wildlife, tribal peoples and lush nature.
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena is a romantic destination, often referred to as “The Gem of the Caribbean” for its seaside location, walled city and colonial architecture.
Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca is an Andean lake bordering both Peru and Bolivia with a floating village and lake front towns.
La Paz, Bolivia
La Paz is the capital of Bolivia, residing high in the Central Andes. The city is a melting pot for Bolivian peoples and a gastronomic hub for Andean and Amazonian flavors.
Arequipa, Peru
Arequipa, Peru’s second city, is a cultural and gastronomic hub known for it’s beautiful architecture set against the backdrop of multiple volcanos.
Mendoza, Argentina
Mendoza is wine country! Here, hundreds of vineyards and countless rows of grape vines blanket the landscape beneath the backdrop of the Andes Mountains.
Argentinean Patagonia
Argentinean Patagonia is an awe inspiring and remote corner of the world. Its dramatic landscape is covered in glaciers, turquoise lagoons and snow capped mountains.
Europe
Paris, France
Paris, the City of Love, is an enchanting destination and worldly city. It holds a special place in our hearts as the city where we got engaged. Je t’aime, Paris.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen is consistency ranked as the happiest place in the world! The Danish city is a defined by its boat lined canals, centuries old castles and Scandinavian cuisine.
Lapland, Finland
Lapland is the Arctic region of northern Finland. Its winters are defined by frozen landscapes, snow covered forests and the northern lights.
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul is a stylish city at the crossroads of time and cultures, blending European charm with Middle Eastern influences and ancient history with modern life.
Autumn in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a cozy city to visit in autumn. Come to appreciate the historic canals, the city’s food scene and accepting attitude.
Tallinn, Estonia
Tallinn is a medieval city and the modern day capital of Estonia abundant in cultural sights, historic architecture, Baltic restaurants, cocktail bars and local artisans.
Arctic Adventure in Tromsø
Tromsø is a hub for Arctic adventures. The surrounding nature & city is a warm & welcoming winter wonderland to see the Northern Lights, snowy fjords and reindeer.
Cappadocia, Turkey
Cappadocia's fairytale landscapes, underground wonders and romantic towns make it an adventurous destination to explore with a dreamy atmosphere.
Marseille, France
Marseille, France’s Second City, has a certain “je ne sais quoi” to its beauty, grittiness and old world charm while its seaside is defined by rugged cliffs and fishing boats.
Helsinki, Finland
Helsinki, the capital city of Finland is known for its architecture, design and Scandinavian cuisine and Baltic saunas. We explored the city for one day while in transit.
Icelandic Roadtrip
Iceland is a Nordic country in the North Atlantic famed for its other worldly landscapes, volcanos, glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, black sand beaches and nightly auroras.
Africa
Kenyan Safari
Kenya’s protected reserves and sprawling savannas are home to African wildlife, migratory animals and endangered species observable on an unforgettable safari.
Summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro
Mt. Kilimanjaro is Africa’s tallest mountain and one of the world’s Seven Summits. Multi-day treks ascend its scenic slopes to the snow covered Uhuru Peak.
The Seychelles
The Seychelles is a remote island nation and tropical getaway renowned for its powdery white sand beaches, granite boulders, turquoise waters and lush landscapes.
Fes, Morocco
Fes is the cultural heart of Morocco, a city where centuries of craft and tradition are revealed in the lively souks, lavish riads and Islamic monuments of the ancient medina.
Casablanca, Morocco
Casablanca is a romanticized destination and ideal entry point to Morocco. Its palm lined avenues lead past sidewalk cafes and towering minarets to its seaside medina.
Nairobi, Kenya
Nairobi is a place where urban life and the African wild meet. The city is a hub for big game safaris, Maasai culture, Swahili cuisine and East African artistry.
Rwandan Roadtrip
Rwanda is a small East African country home to beautiful landscapes, extraordinary animals, abundant farmland and a flourishing cultural identity built on a painful past.
Madagascar
Madagascar is a vast island nation with an exotic array of biodiversity, stunning natural landscapes and rural villages that offer a glimpse into local life.
Chefchaouen, The Blue City
Chefchaouen, known as The Blue City, is famed for its azure and sky blue painted medina, Moroccan artisans, fruit juice vendors and historic mosques.
Tunis, Tunisia
Tunis is a vibrant Mediterranean city in Tunisia, spanning multiple civilizations and millennia. It’s home to ancient ruins, historic mosques and a picturesque Medina.
Tanzanian Safari
Tanzania is the land of safaris. Its vast nature reserves and national parks encompass scenic landscapes teeming with wildlife and endangered species.
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar is an exotic island off the coast of Tanzania famed for its white sand beaches, turquoise waters, historic spice trade and multicultural influences.
Marrakech, Morocco
Marrakech is an intoxicating destination, both chaotic and charming. Maze-like alleyways weave through the walled medina and bustling souks, depicting Moroccan culture.
Moroccan Roadtrip
Desert roads lead across the Moroccan landscape to palm covered oases, steep gorges, sprawling sand dunes, enchanting kasbahs, crumbling ksars and Berber camps.
Sousse, Tunisia
Sousse is a historic port town along the Mediterranean shores of Tunisia. Its Medina, Islamic sights and Roman ruins make it a place where ancient times meet modern day.
Asia
Hoi An, Vietnam
Hoi An is a historic city celebrated for its culture, street food and lively markets. Temples, artisan studios and paper lanterns showcase the city’s traditions and crafts.
Ninh Binh, Vietnam
Ninh Binh, Vietnam’s ancient capital, blends history, cultural and dramatic landscapes, where rivers wind past karst mountains, rice paddies, temples and royal tombs.
Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok is a bustling metropolis at the heart of Thailand. It’s a place renowned for its street food scene, sprawling night markets, vibrant nightlife and Buddhist wats.
Krabi, Thailand
Krabi is a tropical paradise where adventure meets relaxation. Its white sand beaches and palm groves contrast jungleous trails and dark caves.
Okinawa, Japan
Okinawa a subtropical island chain in Japan known for lush landscapes, coral reefs and unique culture shaped by folk traditions, indigenous heritage and the Ryukyu Kingdom.
Osaka, Japan
Osaka is a Japanese megacity famed for its energetic atmosphere, colorful neon lights, pop culture, street food and historic imperial sights.
Palawan, Philippines
Palawan is a tropical island in the Philippines with stunning landscapes, underwater wonders and an atmosphere that’s both relaxing and adventurous.
Coastal Bali
Bali’s coast is famed for its relaxing seaside neighborhoods, black sand beaches, water temples and marine activities.
Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi is a chaotic metropolis abound with rich cultural experiences, storied history and modern appeal. Its home to sacred temples, bustling night markets and cafes.
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap is the ancient capital and cultural hub of Cambodia. It’s surrounded by archeological sights, historic temples and ancient ruins, most notably, Angkor Wat.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai is an ancient Thai city with crumbling ruins, historic sights, impressive Buddhist wats and access to flowing waterfalls, national parks and elephant sanctuaries.
A Weekend in Singapore
Singapore is a futuristic city with historic neighborhoods, modern wonders, cultural institutions, renowned cocktail bars and vibrant food halls.
Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto is Japan’s ancient capital and modern day cultural hub. It’s known for its historic neighborhoods, pagodas, tea houses, markets, izakayas and matcha culture.
Taipei, Taiwan
Taipei is a sprawling metropolis with modern skyscrapers and lively neighborhoods filled with night markets, tea houses, dumpling restaurants and traditional temples.
Cebu, Philippines
Cebu is an island destination in the Philippines known for its thrilling outdoor adventures, underwater excursions and memorable wildlife encounters.
Ubud, Bali
Ubud is the adventurous & cultural heart of Bali. Come for the lush landscape, expansive rice terraces & temples.
Saigon, Vietnam
Saigon is a bustling Vietnamese city famed for its chaotic streets, vibrant nightlife, historic sights, neon lit skyscrapers and narrow alleys buzzing with motorbikes.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Phnom Penh is a vibrant city featuring Khmer architecture, gilded temples, a lavish royal palace, sprawling markets, countless tuk tuks and insightful museums.
Phuket, Thailand
Phuket is an island in southern Thailand known for its sandy beaches, turquoise bays, verdant limestone islands, colorful Old Town, lively beach towns and traditional floating village.
Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang is the cultural center and former royal capital of Laos. The historic town is distinguished by its Buddhist traditions, lively markets and natural wonders.
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, Japan’s vibrant capital, is a city of cities famed for its urban landscape, constant energy, food culture and ancient traditions.
Siargao, Philippines
Siargao is sleepy palm covered island and the surf capital of the Philippines. It’s local atmosphere, tropical vibes and relaxed way of life exudes paradise.
The Komodo Islands
Komodo is an exotic Indonesian destination mystified by its dragons, picturesque landscapes, underwater marine life and pink sand beaches.
East Java, Indonesia
East Java is the land of dramatic landscapes with fuming volcanos, picturesque waterfalls, verdant jungles and grassy savannas covering the Indonesian island.
Australia & Oceania
The Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, teeming with an incredible array of marine biodiversity and exotic sea life.
The Coral Coast Roadtrip
Western Australia’s Coral Coast is known for its remote towns, rugged gorges, white sand beaches, coral reefs and wildlife, making it the perfect roadtrip destination.
Rotorua, New Zealand
Rotorua is a scenic lake town on New Zealand’s North Island known for geothermal wonders, redwood forests, glowworm caves, Māori culture and the nearby Hobbiton movie set.
O’ahu, Hawaii
Aloha from O’ahu! The Hawaiian island is a relaxing and adventurous place with volcanic craters, hiking trails, surf breaks, white sand beaches, tiki bars and vibrant rainbows.
Tropical North Queensland
Tropical North Queensland is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, home to jungleous rainforests, dramatic waterfalls, vast coral reefs and palm lined beaches.
A Weekend in Byron Bay
Byron Bay is a laidback surf town on Australia’s eastern coast, known for consistent waves, beginner lessons, white sand beaches, vibrant cafes, boutiques and nightlife.
Taupō, New Zealand
Taupō is a lakeside town on Lake Taupō, surrounded by volcanic landscapes, geothermal parks and waterfalls. It’s a hub for outdoor adventures like rafting, sailing and hiking.
The Big Island, Hawaii
The Big Island is the largest of the Hawaiian Islands. Its rugged and lush terrain is home to idyllic nature, volcanic landscapes, cultural sights and all around island vibes.
Uluru & The Outback
Uluru is an ancient sandstone monolith that towers above the vast Outback landscape. It is a scared place to the Anangu people and source of many creation stories.
Brisbane, Queensland
Brisbane is a sunny subtropical city with trendy neighborhoods, bountiful green spaces and access to Australia’s east coast and offshore islands.
A Weekend in Auckland
Auckland is a sprawling city on the North Island of New Zealand. It’s a wonderful destination to experience Māori culture, tour island vineyards and hike an urban volcano.
Travel Resources
Responsible Travel
A level of responsibility comes with traveling. Travel allows us to step outside of our comfort zone, build empathy and expand our world view.
Why Travel is Important
Travel is important for so many reasons. It cultivates connections, builds empathy, makes us more worldly and appreciative of other cultures.
LGBTQ+ Travel Safety
Traveling as a same sex couple is an amazing way to explore the world, but it requires extra awareness to plan carefully, stay safe and travel confidently.
Traveling Sustainably
No matter the reason for traveling, there is always a reason to do so sustainably. Traveling sustainably is a great way to minimize our negative environmental impact.
Traveling During Covid
Early during the lockdown, I remember looking into the sky and not seeing a single airplane for weeks. The pandemic caused the world to stand still.
Cheap Flights Checklist
Finding cheap flights can be hit or miss but persistence and flexibility is key to booking the best fares. Here is our checklist of well learned tips to booking affordable flights.

