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….
Iconic Spots to See in Reykjavík, Iceland
By Ressa Gallardo Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is most populous, urban city of the country. With many of the locals being young university students or businessmen, the city is filled with vibrant art, food, and innovative music. As I traveled to Iceland…
What is Sustainable Travel? What You Should Know.
written by Betty Nguyen Sustainable Tourism: A Commitment to Responsible Travel Sustainable tourism—raising global awareness and putting it into action—is a key priority for the United Nations. In recognition of its importance, 2017 was designated as the International Year…
Packing a Carry-On
Written By: Ressa Gallardo Throughout my travels, I was always known in the family for over packing. I would remember packing five pairs of shoes for a weekend school trip when I was sixteen just because I “never knew” what…
72 Hours in Vietnam: Hanoi And Mai Chau Valley
by Betty Nguyen Severin and I decided to do a quick trip to South East Asia during the 2015 Thanksgiving break. We originally booked Borneo, but due to the tense political atmosphere and recent kidnappings, two of my Indonesian friends…
72 Hours in New Orleans: Top 10 Things to Do
Written by Betty Nguyen Many people, including my friends, don’t realize that I spent seven years of my childhood in New Orleans before my parents moved us to California, where I’ve lived ever since. For me, New Orleans has always…
72 Hours in Merida, Mexico
Written by Betty Nguyen We decided to take advantage of the off-season airfare prices to Mexico in July and booked Merida, Mexico spontaneously. I saw several enticing pictures of old colonial structures and 1950s buildings on Pinterest and was completely…