I’ve always done Yosemite National Park in full-on adventure mode. My usual Yosemite trip starts with waking up before the sun, getting out of the hotel by 6:30 a.m., and aiming to be inside the park by around 7:30 a.m. Once I’m in, I’m usually …
Shanghai is absolutely massive, and given that Western mapping products like Apple Maps and Google Maps don’t really work, that doesn’t make trip planning any easier either. I know the feeling all too well, having planned multiple trips to China myself! Luckily, you don’t need to figure …
I’ve lived in California for nearly my entire life, bouncing between Northern and Southern California, and if there’s one thing I can tell you about the two halves of the state, it’s this: the food can be just as different as the weather and terrain. …
When I think of the Mission District, I immediately think of enjoying good food with friends on a sunny San Francisco day. It’s grabbing baked goods from Arizmendi or Tartine, standing in line for a Mission-style burrito, wandering into quirky little shops I didn’t know …
Looking back on my travels last year, I’ve been thinking a lot about the gadgets and gear that truly made my trips smoother—and the ones that ended up being more hassle than help. Yes, travel can be chaotic, but the right tools can turn a …
I’ve made enough trips to Europe over the years to know that some travel mistakes you only make once. The lessons learned usually came with a wasted experience, a loss of time or money, high levels of anxiety, or a general sense of discomfort (that …
“I don’t want to rent a car in Oahu, but I still want to experience more than Waikiki.” If you’ve ever said or thought that to yourself, this car-free guide to Oahu is here to ease your troubles. When I was planning my very first …
Tom McCall Point might just be the best hike I discovered all year. If you’re willing to venture beyond the Columbia River Gorge’s biggest attractions (Multnomah Falls, the Waterfall Corridor, etc.), you’ll be rewarded with one of Oregon’s most spectacular spring hikes. This is the …
Traveling to London in the winter can be an unforgettable experience. From iconic landmarks to an array of seasonal festivities, it’s a great time to explore one of the world’s most popular cities. But you can’t just show up and expect to take London on …
If you like incredible food, colorful neighborhoods, historic architecture, waterfront views, museums, and easy access to nature, San Francisco is one of the most rewarding cities in the country to explore. Despite covering just 49 square miles, the city packs an astonishing amount of personality …