Travels

I've traveled to more than 50 countries across five continents, and one thing I've learned is that the best travel stories rarely go exactly according to plan.

I've explored ancient temples in Egypt, squeezed through the underground passages of Vietnam's Son Doong Cave, sailed through Norway's spectacular fjords, and wandered the colorful streets of Buenos Aires. But some of my favorite memories have nothing to do with famous landmarks.

They're the unexpected detours, the fascinating people, the meals I couldn't identify (but ate anyway!), and the occasional misadventures that make travel so much fun.

I love a little luxury, a lot of adventure, and getting beyond the usual tourist attractions to experience what makes a place special. Whether I'm exploring a remote village, diving beneath the ocean, or figuring out how to get home when my flights have been canceled, I'm always up for another adventure.

Come explore the world with me! I'll share the places I've been, the people I've met, and the stories I've collected along the way. Hopefully, you'll find a little inspiration for your own adventures, too.

Africa

Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech, Morocco

The Earthquake in Morocco Morocco has been on my mind since the earthquake, so I thought I would create a series of posts about our trip there in 2021. This post will focus on our time in Marrakech, Morocco. On September 8th, 2023, a 6.8...

Asia

Goa Unplugged: From Polished Stays to Barefoot Evenings

Goa Unplugged: From Polished Stays to Barefoot Evenings

After weeks of embracing the exhilarating chaos of India—honking tuk-tuks, bustling markets, ancient temples, and cities that never seemed to pause—Goa offered something entirely different. Life slowed to the rhythm of the waves on Palolem Beach, where beachfront...

Europe

Cruising the Norwegian Fjords

Cruising the Norwegian Fjords

Loyal to Royal We spent a week cruising the Norwegian Fjords on Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas with my mom and Vuong's parents. We are "loyal to royal" for a few reasons. One, they have a great loyalty program- the Crown and Anchor Society. You receive one point...

North America

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South America

Azamara Quest Cruise: Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina

Azamara Quest Cruise: Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina

We just returned from a cruise on Azamara which started in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and took us to Uruguay and Argentina. Read all about it here! The above map shows a few additional stops that we didn't make, but I wanted to give a you an overview of the route. We...

Cruises

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