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…
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…
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…
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 Conquer Jet Lag in 6 Different Ways
written by Betty Nguyen Disclaimer: I am currently fighting my own jet lag as I am writing this. But I am recovering nicely, which is the point of this post. — We’ve all been there – the first day of…
Santa Monica Mountains Series: Exploring Paramount Ranch
written by Betty Nguyen I realized there are so many regions to explore in Southern California that I am going to dedicate separate blog series. For this post, we’re exploring Paramount Ranch in the Santa Monica Mountains – where most L.A. people live…
Know How to Plan and Pack Your Carry-On
written by Betty Nguyen I’ve been traveling quite frequently since I’ve quit my desk job two years ago. I know some people can be shocked that a carry-on is all you need if you know how to pack effectively and efficiently….
What is Sustainable Travel? What You Should Know.
written by Betty Nguyen Sustainable tourism — bringing global awareness to travel and putting it into action — is a top priority for the United Nations this year. The organization has designated 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for…