by Betty Nguyen I get this question A LOT from my customers. When visiting Tulum, you might notice that the beach and the city center are quite far away from each other. The question is – is it better to stay right at the beach or in town? I’ve experienced…
Quick Guide to Eating in Mérida
written by Betty Nguyen After my second visit to Merida, I still haven’t eaten my way through yet. There are so many wonderful taquerias, food markets, and restaurants, I can only name my top five for the moment. 5. Chilakiller’s…
Know Before You Go: Renting a Car in Mexico
If you can avoid renting a car in Mexico, then do it. I personally prefer using a combo of private and public transportation. Popular car rental brands such as Avis, Budget and Hertz doesn’t mean they won’t rip you off in…
Be a Safe and Responsible Tourist in Iceland
by Betty Nguyen After reading about the latest bus accident in Iceland in South Iceland near Kirkjubæjarklaustur, leaving one dead and others seriously injured (all foreign tourists), I felt inclined to forward some of Iceland’s First Lady, Eliza Reid, tips on how to safely and…
Three Simple Ways to Have Stress-Free Holiday Travels
written by Ressa Gallardo With the holiday season quickly approaching, more people are traveling abroad during this time of year. According to U.S. Holiday Travel, 53% of American travelers book long-distance trips during Thanksgiving, whereas the same population travel long-distance…
Google Maps Tips for Travelers
by Betty Nguyen I still remembered vividly when my father took out the paper map from the old station wagon’s glove department and had everyone get out of the car to assist him with directions. He would glance at the road signs in front of us and…
10 Ways to Meet Locals on Your Trip
written by Betty Nguyen Having an open mind while traveling is crucial to fully embracing new experiences. At Nomoon, we like to connect with the locals and build relationships with them. We view travel as something much more meaningful and deeper than just…
10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Greenland
written by Betty Nguyen I have flown over Greenland many times, but never in a million years I imagined myself having the opportunity to visit this beautiful vast landscape. Tucked near the North Pole, Greenland is probably not the first place you think…
5 Ways to Plan Your First Road Trip in Iceland
written by Betty Nguyen It took me several weeks of research and planning to curate a proper itinerary for our road trip with the Nomoon team in May 2017. Before you start researching, you have to figure out first how many days…
What You Should Know About New Orleans
By: Ressa Gallardo This past month, I embarked on a summer fun road trip around the U.S. and stopped by New Orleans (aka NOLA), as my first destination. My trip had initially made me realize how much has changed since…
Discover Montmartre like a Parisian
written by Betty Nguyen Every time I’m in Paris, I book a favorite Airbnb in the Montmartre neighborhood and let my itinerary flow. This time, I met with some Parisians and we had a great time exploring the area. Here are the top 5…
How to Travel Iceland on a Budget
By Kelsey Dennison Although budget airlines have made traveling to Iceland increasingly accessible, in-country expenses in this island nation can definitely take a hit on your bank account. Here are my top tips for navigating your Icelandic adventure without going…