Southeast Asia, known for its intricate tapestry of cultures and traditions, has become one of the most coveted travel destinations in the world and literally a dream for your wallet for most visitors. From the shimmering temples and floating markets of Thailand to the modern jewel of the East, Singapore, each destination has its own […]
10 Things to do in Chiang Mai, Thailand
This year, I got to visit Chiang Mai, Thailand for the second time. It was my husband and my mom’s first time visiting the city, and I honestly couldn’t remember what I had done there the last time. It was fun to go back with them and remember some of the things I did, but […]
10 Best Things to do in Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok is such a vibrant city full of interesting things to do. I’ve been to Bangkok a few times now. The first time was back in 2017. It was my first stop on my solo trip in Asia and my first time ever traveling solo. Later, I flew in and out of Bangkok quickly without […]
11 Things to do in Thailand for First Time Visitors
I went to Thailand for the first time in 2017. Actually, I went two times that year. I spent a month in the north seeing Thai culture, and a month in the south experiencing island life and an intense meditation retreat. This year, I went back with my husband and mom as their pseudo tour […]
20 Fun Things To Do in Nusa Lembongan, Bali
Despite being a tiny island off the coast of Bali, there are tons of things to do on Nusa Lembongan. From yoga to SCUBA diving, this island has it all! At first, Nusa Lembongan felt like a mystery to me. My only plan while there was to go to the beach. Beyond that, I really […]
Failing the PADI Open Water Scuba Course in Bali
After getting off to a rough start snorkeling, I wasn’t sure I wanted to learn to dive in Nusa Lembongan. I knew that getting my PADI would require me to go back to Manta Bay, the place that just a few days prior had sent my mind into an erratic state of panic. I’ve heard […]
Best Beaches in Nusa Lembongan: Where to Sunbathe, Snorkel & Chill
Whenever I told someone I was going to Bali, they’d say the beaches were kind of meh, and that I should just head to the Gili’s. But, I felt like everyone who didn’t like Bali had been to the wrong places. *cough* Kuta *cough* Now, I know I was right. Off the coast of Bali lies […]
Surviving the Mt. Rinjani Summit on Lombok in Indonesia
It’s 2:00am and the clatter of groggy people moving around half asleep fills the air. I hear the word coffee whispered multiple times, and then a bright flashlight shines into my cozy tent. It’s time to get up. I put on all of the clothes I brought with me, and it’s still freezing. I can […]
Packing List for Southeast Asia: Female Backpackers
Before my first big trip, I had a small meltdown because I had no idea what to pack. I’d be spending a year backpacking my way through 8 countries in Southeast Asia as a solo female traveler. As a woman who used to work in the fashion industry, packing light is hard for me. How […]
10 Fun Things To Do in Cat Ba Island, Vietnam
Sometimes we make mistakes, and sometimes we make happy mistakes. My friends and I booked a Halong Bay cruise with some high expectations. Needless to say, it didn’t live up to them. After hearing “Follow me! Follow me! This way! Quickly,” a few too many times, we decided to abandon ship (literally), and stay on […]