Travel Stories

Traveling in my 20s vs 30s

Non-negotiable travel essentials and practices in my 30s

Mar 30 •

Chasing the northern lights in Abisko, Sweden

An Arctic circle adventure in Swedish Lapland where we saw the dancing aurora borealis. I also wrote a destination guide and a free travel planner…

Mar 1 •

Japan 03: Getting engaged at Mt. Fuji

This latest story in my Japan series is a little different and very personal.

Feb 14 •

Japan 02: Bowing deer, bamboo forest, and vermillion Torii gates

Sprinting through Nara and Kyoto's tourist spots in one day. And, buying all the freshly ground matcha along the way.

Feb 9 •

Japan series: A few days in Tokyo

Part 1: Flying business class with ANA and Tokyo highlights from walking 20,000 steps a day

Feb 2 •

Intentions and creative pursuits in 2025

Getting my spark back and committing to creativity this year!

Jan 26 •

2024: A Year of Traveling and Rediscovering Places

The year I traveled the most. Going back to my favorite destinations for nostalgia and self-discovery.

Jan 17 •

One fine day in New York

The city lights, skyscrapers, and pizzas are not what attracted me to go to New York. It’s Broadway.

Nov 20, 2023 •

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