The historic crossroads between the East and West – Istanbul (Not Constantinople) – was founded in 660 BC. Sitting on the two continents of Europe and Asia, Istanbul is the 15th largest city in the world. It’s full of culture…
Sicily Travel: How to spend the perfect day in Trabia, Sicily
Located about 40 minutes from the Sicilian capital city of Palermo, Trabia is a coastal village of ~10,000 people. Trabia’s claim to fame is that it was the birthplace of spaghetti pasta. Founded in the 11th century, it is now…
Mérida Travel Guide: How to spend 5 days in Mérida, Mexico
The capital of the state of Yucatán, the city of Mérida is full of history and culture. Mérida really feels like it was plucked out of a movie set from its trendy restaurants to vibrant buildings! We spent quite a…
San Diego Travel Guide: A local’s guide to the city
As someone born and raised in San Diego, one of my favorite things is sharing tips with travelers on how to best enjoy our beautiful city! This San Diego travel guide has been updated and perfected over the years. Every…
7 Tips for Visiting Catalina Island on a Budget
Catalina Island was well known as a celebrity hot spot back in the Golden Age of Hollywood, and today as a top luxury summer vacation destination for Southern California. Between the amazing restaurants, wide variety of activities, and 4-star hotels,…
6 Tips you Need for Road Tripping during COVID-19
Road tripping during COVID-19 provides a safe and socially distanced option for those itching to travel. Since March 2020, I have road tripped from San Diego to Utah, Nevada, and all over Southern California. Here are my top tips from…
