written by Betty Nguyen We stayed one night in Yamanouchi (advisable over a day trip) to see the monkeys and bathe in the natural hot springs. I received many requests from my Japan Insta story about seeing the snow monkeys, so…
Travel Guide: Mexico City, Colonia Roma
written by Betty Nguyen After several Mexico City visits, we discovered our favorite neighborhood: Colonia Roma. It was originally a wealthy ‘burbs just west of the city center where the Spanish erected beautiful colonial homes. After the 1985 earthquake, the broken…
Reykjanes: The Perfect Iceland Layover
written by Betty Nguyen With low-budget airlines flying to and from Reykjavik, it’s the perfect connecting gateway to Europe. If you have more than 6 hours to spare, add an activity in the nearby Reykjanes and make the best of your time in…
Travel Guide: Weekending in Joshua Tree
written by Betty Nguyen Joshua Tree is one of the most interesting and beautiful places in California (and the country, I think). Most people from Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego have visited here. However, I was quite surprised to learn that…
Travel Guide: 48 Hours in Valle de Guadalupe
by Betty Nguyen Venture further south of Tijuana and hit the newest and hottest emerging wine region in the world: Baja’s Valle de Guadalupe. An hour and a half south of the border, the Valle features a couple of the most…
Travel Guide: Todos Santos
by Betty Nguyen One of Mexico’s “pueblos mágicos,” or “magical towns,” Todos Santos, a bohemian getaway about 48 miles up the Pacific Coast from Cabo San Lucas, offers a nice escape from the latter’s crazy party scene. We were on our way to Magdelena…
Where Should I Stay in Tulum: Beach or City Center?
by Betty Nguyen I frequently get this question from my customers. In Tulum, the beach and city center are quite a distance apart, which raises the question—should you stay by the beach or in town? Having experienced both, I can…
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
Renting a Car in Mexico: What You Need to Know If you can avoid renting a car in Mexico, it’s generally best to do so. A combination of private and public transportation is often more convenient and cost-effective. While…
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…
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…
When You Travel Slow in Stykkisholmur
Written By: Ressa Gallardo When most people think of Iceland, they instantly imagine the hazy blue waters of the Blue Lagoon, Reykjavik’s rainbow-colored buildings, and the massive luxury ski resorts throughout the northern areas. Yet, most travelers have never toured…