Turning 26 in the Dark
As it turned out, my 26th birthday (Nov. 1) was nothing I expected but everything I needed. In the few days before my big day, New York and its surrounding areas would undergo a hurricane much fiercer than it’s soft-sounding name might suggest. Despite being an avenue and a half away from the massive waves
Indie Guide to Santiago
Going off of our Neighborhood Guide to Santiago, here is an indie twist for the avant-garde traveler. Here are 5 ways Brasil is one of the best neighborhoods in my Santiago, Chile travel guide: 1. Bohemian Lifestyle For a truly bohemian experience, I recommend staying in the Brasil neighborhood of Santiago. The area is a
Lapping in Luxury in Punta Cana
Sometimes we all need a break, even us travel writers, who to most people appear to be on one never-ending vacation. And while my four days in Punta Cana was technically work, it felt far less action-packed than my normal press trips. For one thing, we stayed in the same resort room for the entire duration,
5 Adventurous Excursions in the Philippines
This is a guest post from Phoebe Magdirila of Maiden Voyage Travel. 5 Adventurous Excursions in the Philippines The tropical country Philippines, known for its archipelagic state, has too much in store that travelers seeking for adventure can find a lot of other interesting places apart from just being in the bustling streets of a congested
Festival Guide to Western Norway
We all love a good festival and luckily, Western Norway seems to cover all the cultural bases. Here are five bohemian worthy festivals worth a visit. From food and photography all the way to international jazz, here is your festival fix. Raptus – Annual Comic Book Festival Celebrating its 17th year this year (Sept. 7-9,
Boho Guide to Vienna
There is something for everyone in Vienna, which makes this city the ultimate playground for the avant-garde traveler. From chic palaces and baroque architecture to tiny coffee houses, there are multiple ways to explore Austria’s capital. If you only have a few days to roam around the city, here are five ways to experience local
My Trail Toward Travel Writing
People often ask me how old I am and it’s not because I do or don’t look a certain age but because my career has streamlined into a variety of industries within a short time span. It’s always funny to see a person’s confused face after hearing that I double majored in Psychology and English/Communications
Travel Inspiring Photo Contest
For those of you who are eager to show off your favorite photographs from around the world, here is your chance. Check out the below info for a chance to win cash and other prizes. Millennium & Copthorne Hotels is hosting The City View Photography Competition and all the info of how to enter is detailed below. When
Norway is My Neverland
My obsession with Disney is probably old news to many of you but my favorite book is actually Peter Pan by Sir James M. Barrie. While the book is much darker and allegorical than the whimsical cartoon portrayal, both revolve around a beautiful paradise called Neverland. After a few days into my fjord trip, I
How to Avoid Toxic Travelers
This post is a bit off topic compared to my normal stream of lifestyle related articles but after a fairly recent press trip gone awry I felt like venting in a constructive and hopefully encouraging manner. While this will likely make more sense to other writers, I think that all of us have had to
