You may remember, I contemplated going to Cuba last year on my first solo trip. While the US-Cuba traveling restrictions certainly improved, things were still a bit too unpredictable at that point with getting into Cuba that I didn’t feel confident in it. I knew it would ease up soon, but not soon enough for […]
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Is Airport Lounge Access Worth It?
For me? Yes. For you? That depends. Ah, the elusive airport lounge, with its ever-changing rules, special tickets, access cards and secret handshakes. Or at least it seems like that, right? It’s fairly easy to chill in one, I’ll show you how. Whether or not gaining access to airport lounges is worth it, depends on […]
5 Things I Love About Japan
My oh my. Japan. Where do I start? (Right here, Caroline, that’s why you’re writing this.) I’ve only scratched the surface of Japan and I was there for a week! There will be a future in-depth post about this incredible country, but for now, enjoy the 5 things I loved about Japan from my most […]
5 Things I Love About Korea
I’m currently in Japan wrapping up our Asia trip, but wanted to quickly tell you about some of my favorite things from Korea. What a fantastic country! Quiet When we arrived, it was later at night and our hotel was in a more business/financial district. We assumed it was so quiet because of that. Oddly […]
How I Pack Just A Carry-On For Long Trips
I’m leaving on a jet plane for South Korea and Japan today, with only a roller carry-on and my laptop bag. We’ll be traveling for nearly two weeks. Boom. Nailed it. Bloody Mary in hand, of course. I won’t lie — packing can be the bane of my existence. But I’ve found that packing for […]
My First All-Inclusive Resort: The Hyatt Zilara Cancun Review
It’s official–I like going to all-inclusive resorts more than taking a cruise, especially after staying at the Hyatt Zilara Cancun. I know, how flippant of me to rank such fun options. But, it’s true. Hands down, an all-inclusive resort is infinitely better to me than cruising. I almost wrote cursing, which, as we know, is […]