by Betty Nguyen To be honest, I’ve heard several disturbing stories about traveling to Morocco as females. From being disrespected (the men allegedly would grab you at the markets) to having sexist experiences at the airport (a friend described an incident where…
Visiting Morocco During Ramadan
by Betty Nguyen Coincidentally our trip to Morocco also occurred during Ramadan week. Ramadan does present a few challenges to visitors but it doesn’t mean all is lost. Here are some of the most common questions people have about our Ramadan trip. What is…
Abigail’s Insights: Why Travel
by Abigail Tocci A question I often get asked when people find out I have a travel and style blog is “why Travel?”. With a mother that grew up all over the world and a father who runs a travel company,…
10 Ways to Not Killing Earth When You Travel
Happy Earth Day! In honor of Mother Earth’s recognition day, I’m going to show her some love by sharing tips on how to be a more responsible traveler. Being a responsible traveler is easier said than done. Everyone is yelling…
Travel Guide: Oslo, Norway
written by Betty Nguyen Oslo is the perfect 48 hour Scandinavian stopover for me: super clean and safe, good cafes, plenty of interesting museums and architecture, and easy access to efficient public transportation. It’s also a very green city, named European Green Capital…
Superblooming in California: Top 3 SoCal Spots
Written by Betty Nguyen After the wettest winter L.A. has seen in years, Southern California’s landscapes have transformed into beautiful floral utopias. The rain allowed dormant seeds to bloom after years of surviving the harsh drought. As a result, flowers and other indigenous…
Travel Guide: Planning Your 72 Hour Trip in Prague
written by Betty Nguyen One of the reasons why I stayed away from Prague for awhile is because I’ve seen numerous Insta photos of the famous Charles Bridge brimming to the rim of tourists and selfies. After running out of European side…
Travel Guide: Tulum, Mexico
written by Betty Nguyen Tulum has been one of our favorite beach destinations in Mexico — that’s why we offer it as a destination. It’s the perfect place to get away from touristy Cancun and enjoy cocktails, cenotes, and ruins. If…
Planning for Day of the Dead in Oaxaca
written by Betty Nguyen You haven’t experienced Day of the Dead (Dia de Muertos) until you experienced it in Mexico. After a year of planning, we spent Day of the Dead with friends and locals in Oaxaca, arguably the best spot to…
Our Hands-Down Favorite Bars in Tulum
written by Betty Nguyen I love a good craft cocktail, especially when it includes mezcal, tequila, and/or fresh fruits. After our last visit in Tulum, these are my favorite spots. 1. Batey’s If you’re staying in central Tulum, this is…
Planning Your Norway Winter Trip
written by Betty Nguyen Planning an unforgettable winter trip to northern Norway is possible with an open mind and some patience. Bear in mind, with limited light and frosty cold weather, your experiences will be different than in the summer time. From Olso, you…
Why You Need to Visit Tijuana, Mexico Now
written by Betty Nguyen Ask any native Californian about Tijuana decades ago (aka “”TJ”) and they would mention crime, prostitution, and drugs. Painted zebras brought back notions of the mythical “donkey shows” and a “what happens there stays there” attitude. But the Great Recession…