Three and a half years ago, I journeyed to Kerala to experience “God’s Own Country” for myself. I’d heard about Alleppey’s incredible backwaters, the adventures in Wayanad and beautiful hills for trekking in Munnar. A chance to try the best desserts in Kerala excited me. The beauty of India’s southern state was even better than […]
A taste of Trentino: food + drink you NEED to try!
If you visit Trentino, the first thing you’ll notice is that the scenery is jaw droppingly beautiful. And since your mouth is going to be hanging open for the majority of your trip… why not fill it with fresh, unique and 100% Trentino food? In Trentino, the cuisine is heavily influenced by the alpine climate, […]
The inside scoop on the best gelato in Trento
Italy is among my favorite countries in the world. Contributing factors include the people, the scenery, the food, and most importantly… the gelato! I love trying as many flavors and shops as possible to discover the very best gelato in the world. In June, I visited Trentino for a Traverse conference. Most of my blogger […]
Vietnam in two weeks: A perfect itinerary for 14 days in Vietnam
For as long as I can remember, my dad has been my adventure buddy. I became a Junior Open Water Scuba diver as soon as I turned 12. My first open water dive happened in the Florida Keys, not long after a hurricane. I remember asking my dad (and dive buddy) if the 5-foot waves […]
20+ unusual things to do in Jerusalem (most tourists don’t know about)
You’ve done your research if you’re visiting Israel. I’m sure you Googled “the best things to do in Jerusalem,” “unusual things to do in Jerusalem” and “fun things to do in Jerusalem” and the Google gods delivered. They’ll tell you to leave a note in the Western Wall. Your swimsuit is packed, because Google (and […]
15+ delicious desserts in Jerusalem
Israelis have a fairly healthy diet. With access to plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, their Mediterranean diet is full of colorful produce. In fact, a few years ago, they ranked third in the world in terms of vegetable consumption. The flip side? They also rank number three in the world for sweets consumption! And […]
Party like Arak star: Celebrating Purim in Israel
Before this year, I’d never heard of the Jewish holiday called Purim. Hanukkah and Passover, sure. But if you told me that Jews celebrate a holiday that mandates drinking heavily and encourages everyone – from small children to adults – to dress up in costume, I’m not sure I would have believed you. I was […]
Tauck Christmas Market River Cruise: a festive European vacation
‘Tis the season to be jolly… and nothing makes me jollier than the adorable chalets, glühwein and decorations of European Christmas markets. In 2018, my family embarked on a Tauck Christmas Market river cruise through Switzerland, France and Germany to experience the magic for ourselves. My parents and sister live in the Christmas Capital of […]
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