Train on Nine Arch Bridge in Ella Sri Lanka

Highlights of Sri Lanka: An Express 7 Day Sri Lanka Itinerary for First Time Visitors

Only have 1 week in Sri Lanka? Read on for my express 1 week Sri Lanka itinerary to help you make the most of your time! It’s no secret that I love Sri Lanka. The palm-fringed island has become my second home over the past 8 years, and I now spend nearly half of the…

Milan Duomo in Italy

2 Days in Milan: Explore Italy’s Stylish Fashion Capital in 48 Hours

“Milan is boring.” “Don’t bother going to Milan.” “It’s like any other big city.” That’s what people told me before our trip back to Italy. Somehow, we had never made it over to Milan in Lombardy, and it was high time that we experienced the city for ourselves. Over the 2 days in Milan, we…

Grand Canal view from Ponte di Accademia in Venice Italy

4 Days in Venice: An Extended Venice Itinerary That Will Take You Away from the Crowds

Visiting Venice for the first time? Here is a 4 day Venice itinerary that covers the essential places to visit as well as lesser-known attractions. Read on! I visited Venice for the first time in 2016, and to be entirely honest, after experiencing the extreme crowds I wasn’t sure if I’d ever make it back….

View of Macau from Monte Fort

The Best Things to Do in Macau (Beyond Seeing the Ruins of St. Paul’s) [Updated]

Curious what to do in Macau and if it is worth visiting? Read on for this guide of the top things to do beyond the obvious and how to plan your Hong Kong to Macau day trip! Like Hong Kong, Macau (also sometimes spelled “Macao”) is what is known as a “Special Administrative Region”. It…

Thailand flag in Phang Nga Bay

10 Day Thailand Itinerary for First Time Visitors (Beyond the Beaches)

Food, culture, temples, beaches, islands, boutique hotels, rooftop bars and more: experience the highlights in 10 days in Thailand! Thailand is a must-visit stop for anyone planning a visit to Southeast Asia, and a personal favorite destination of mine. The Kingdom of Thailand has something to offer every type of traveler, from rich culture and…