I want to share some fun news… I’m entering an art competition! ArtPrize is an international art competition that takes place in my hometown of Grand Rapids, MI, and this year, after 10 years of it happening, I finally decided to enter! My ArtPrize piece is a set of 4 photographs entitled về nhà (a homecoming), that were taken while on…
Eating Around the World: 17 Must-Try Dishes in Hoi An, Vietnam
Asia, Asian Food, Eat + Drink, Food Adventures, Savor17 Must-Try Dishes in Hoi An, Vietnam I have a very special place in my heart for Vietnam, particularly Hoi An. It’s one of those cities that transports you to a fairytale land that you never want to leave. The colorful handmade silk lanterns that are strung as far as the eye can see, the smell of aromatic broths simmering…
How to Plan the Perfect Trip Without Breaking the Bank PART 3: TRAVEL TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS This is part 3 in my Ultimate Guide to Travel Planning series. Check out parts 1 and 2 here and here. Travel transportation and getting from point A to B can be challenging, especially if it’s in a country where you don’t speak the…
Eating Around the World is a delicious series exploring blogger’s favorite foodie cities! Each month, we’ll highlight a different city known for it’s culinary prowess, and hit the streets on search for best foods they have to offer. First up, we travel to Taipei, Taiwan with Lena from Social Travel Experiment. Taipei, Taiwan is a culinary heaven. I feel like…
How to Plan the Perfect Trip Without Breaking the Bank PART 2: RESEARCH & BOOKING Now that you have your destination and budget nailed down, it’s time to get into the meat of travel planning aka the fun part! You can never research too much, you can however, research too little, which can ruin or severely slow down your trip. There’s…
How to Plan the Perfect Trip Without Breaking the Bank Part 1: Getting Started + Choosing a Location & Budget You have your vacation time saved up, you’ve been slowly adding to the vacation fund, and you’re finally ready to take that vacation you’ve been daydreaming about. But… you have no idea where to start. Don’t panic, you’re not alone….
Finding cheap flights can be a daunting task, and nowadays, it’s a roll of the dice to determine if you got the best deal. One day later, and you could have saved $500 on your tickets… or spent $500 more. Airlines don’t make it easy, but there are ways to find flights for a steal. My blogging pal Jay…
As soon as you step out of the airport and into the city, the sound of buzzing motorbikes, and honking traffic hit your ears. The millions of motorbikes zipping through traffic ignoring the few traffic lights around and narrowly avoiding pedestrians crossing the street is truly a sight to behold. To say the traffic in Saigon and Hanoi (two of the country’s largest…
Sandcastles & Sunsets:
Why Michigan Should Be On Your Summer Destination Radar
North America, Savor, United States
As a lifelong Michigander, I may be a little bias, but summers in my humble state are unlike anywhere else in the world. However, Michigan doesn’t usually top most people’s summer vacation list. Many associate it with Detroit and as a destination that is less than desirable. That couldn’t be further from the truth. Here’s why Michigan should be on your…
Through my years of travel, through much trial and error, I’ve amassed quite of list of preferred travel resources. These are all sources I personally love and use or reference on a regular basis (and am NOT being paid to promote). All of these have helped me create a more fulfilling travel experience, all while saving a bundle. TRAVEL INSPIRATION Lonely Planet…