If you like nature, stunning architecture, shopping, museums, divey/hipster bars, and exceptional food in a city with a laid-back vibe, San Francisco is a must. There’s so much to see and do within 49 square miles. Between the historical landmarks, majestic hilly townscape, and rich …
I had never been as frustrated with travel planning as when I was applying for my 10-year tourist visa to China this year. I didn’t blame the fact that China required a visa, I blamed the confusing process of how to apply. The lack of …
Planning a trip to Portugal for the first time? Get excited, because Portugal is truly amazing. Portugal’s got it all — stunning azulejo tiles, fado music, petiscos (Portuguese tapas), pastéis de nata (custard tarts), bacalhau (salted cod), local markets, and charming towns that’ll make you …
When you’re planning your trip to Osaka, there are many things to consider — which of the gazillions of shopping arcades to visit, what street foods to try, what temples to visit — the list goes on and on. One of the hardest decisions you’ll …
If you’re scouring the internet for inspiration on the best places to visit in Spain as a solo traveler, this post is for you! While Barcelona and Madrid typically steal the spotlight, there’s a whole world of hidden gems waiting to be explored. From the …
Heading to the bustling Shinjuku area of Tokyo and wondering what exactly you can see and do there? I’ve got your back on this one. Shinjuku is a major business and entertainment district in Tokyo best known for its nightlife and shopping. It’s where Tokyoites …
Lisbon (Lisboa), the capital of Portugal, is all things sunny, vibrant, and seafood-y. If you like any of those things, you’re going to really enjoy Lisbon. It’s laidback and lively at the same time and is renowned for its many hills, world-class museums, historical monuments, …
Pena Palace is hands-down the most-visited landmark in the Sintra area. It’s the ketchup + mustard-looking castle that everyone and their mom have visited. Despite being super touristy, it’s a must-see. The palace is a work of pure Romanticism that everyone needs to see at …
Ask anyone who’s been to Lisbon. They’ll probably recommend you go see the “red and yellow castle in Sintra”. Yes, Sintra (and the Pena Palace) are super popular things to do when visiting Lisbon… but you can’t simply just show up in Sintra and expect …
Lisbon (Lisboa), the capital of Portugal, is all things sunny, vibrant, and seafood-y. If you like any of those things, you’re going to really enjoy Lisbon. It’s laidback and lively at the same time and is renowned for its many hills, world-class museums, historical monuments, …