Pristine turquoise waters, drastic coral reef landscapes teeming with wildlife, towering waterfalls and dramatic black sand beaches… The beautiful islands of Tahiti and Moorea seem like a dream reserved for a honeymoon, but honestly, it can be a trip like any other. The idea was sparked by seeing affordable plane tickets out of SFO when…
As a native Californian who spent 9 long winters shivering in New York City, I get it: sometimes, you just need to escape the cold and go visit one of the best warm weather destinations in the USA. And I’m of the opinion that January is actually the best time to escape to some of…
Born a California girl, I was spoiled with the beautiful, mild Bay Area winters growing up… … and then when I was 17, I moved to New York City to attend college and I was promptly educated in the fact that California’s climate was an extraordinary exception. Let’s face it — in many parts of…
Since I was a young girl, I’ve been fascinated with the underwater world. I was so obsessed with snorkeling that I basically forced my parents to plan each vacation around indulging that whim. It’s no accident that they hid the fact that scuba diving was even a thing from me for ages. But somehow, it…
A trip to Rome, Italy simply wouldn’t be complete without visiting a few of the archaeological sites spread all over the city! From the Colosseum and Roman Forum to underground sites, you have many choices worthy of your time on your Rome itinerary, whether it’s a long visit or just one day in Rome. The…
The unique city of Venice is among the most visited places in Italy, and it’s not hard to see why. Built on dozens of tiny islands connected by hundreds of bridges (over 400!), Venice is a unique maze of narrow alleys, canals, and beautiful squares, truly like no other place on earth. The city has…
Deep green cathedral spires alternately bathing in sunlight and hiding behind misty puffs of cloud. Layers of canyon stacked one on top of another in a stunning array of colors. The impossibly blue and wild Pacific Ocean meeting hidden white sand beaches. Waterfalls only visible by helicopter, so many it is literally impossible to keep…
Real talk on what it’s like to travel in Morocco as a solo woman.
The most populated Hawaiian island, Oahu is one of the main ports of call for travelers visiting Hawaii. Whether you’re snorkeling in Hanauma Bay, whale watching off of Waikiki, exploring the North Shore beaches, or hiking the Diamond Head Trail, there’s no shortage of fun activities to add to your Oahu bucket list. Here are…
