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San Juan Travel Guide: Puerto Rico’s Capital of Culture and History

San Juan is a city like no other. It’s the capital of Puerto Rico, a major cultural hub, and the oldest city within United States territory. You can walk down cobblestone lanes to a Spanish colonial fort and swim at…

8 Reasons to Visit Osaka Instead of Tokyo

Everyone knows about Japan’s famous capital, but could Osaka be the better city to visit? Tokyo versus Osaka is a classic rivalry, and the cultural megalopolis of Tokyo often overshadows its western neighbor. But Osaka has lots to offer, with…

11 Things to Do in Tokyo on Your First Trip

My introduction to Japan was the sprawling metropolis of Tokyo. Since the majority of Japan’s international flights arrive there, you might start there too. But with so many things to do in Tokyo, how should a first-time visitor approach it?…

Japan Trip Report: Epic City Adventures

It all started as a wild idea. After a couple beers and several skewers of yakitori, someone said “we should all go to Japan together!” That’s how I ended up planning a trip to Japan with my longtime friend Sean…

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Miami Travel Guide and 3-Day Itinerary

From beaches to botanical gardens, here are the best things to do with a long weekend in Miami. No late night partying required.

Breakfast in Guatemala was Unexpectedly Awesome

When I went on a group tour to Belize and Guatemala, I didn’t have many expectations about the local food. The beginning of our trip involved a lot of transportation, which meant prioritizing convenience. I had such forgettable meals as…

Food Tours: 5 Reasons Why You Should Take Them

One of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is a food tour. A food tour is basically a walking tour where a guide takes a group around to a few places to try local food. It’s like…

Hawaii Local Food: 10 Things You Need to Try

Hawaii is the ultimate melting pot of food cultures. From pineapples to poi, here are some of the things you should try on your trip to the islands!

7 Travel Tips: How I Made the Most of One Day in Florence, Italy

Before the pandemic, I went on a group tour in Italy where I had exactly one full day in Florence. First of all, don’t do this. A city like Florence, with its famous history, art, and food, that kind of…

Seville: Memories of a Magical City

Update: I wrote this post a long time ago, but it still captures how I feel about Seville! As we reach the one-year mark on the pandemic, I find myself thinking about places that have left the biggest impression on…