Spain is only a six-hour flight from New York City, and A Coruña sits at the very top of Galicia. It’s a coastal city that most Americans probably never heard of and fly straight over on the way to Madrid. I stopped here for 24 hours before starting my pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, […]

Not to scare you, but I’ve never been more stressed packing for a trip than when I was packing for the Camino de Santiago. I travel a lot, so normally I can throw everything together in under an hour because I’ve got a system. But this was different. Every packing choice had to be intentional. […]

Edinburgh has developed a reputation as Western Europe’s most expensive short break destination. When a standard room can cost £399 per night, finding somewhere stylish that won’t blow your budget feels impossible. Enter The Hoxton, Edinburgh. To be honest, I didn’t choose this hotel because of some grand philosophy about accessible luxury. I chose it […]

Most people think you need to rent a car to see Scotland. Well, I’m here to confirm that you don’t. I spent 72 hours traveling in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and the Scottish Highlands using only public transportation. No rental car stress, no wrong-side-of-the-road panic, and I saw everything I came for. Scotland is only a 6-hour […]

I always wondered which airline would pop my business class cherry, and the honor goes to Delta One for my inaugural premium flight! The best part? I only paid a couple of hundred bucks in taxes and fees for this $8,000 seat. And so can you if you really want to! If you want a […]

London is only a six-hour flight from the East Coast, making it a tempting weekend getaway from New York City. The older I get, the less I plan for my trips. With no itinerary, no strict schedule, and nothing booked in advance, I let curiosity lead me for 48 hours to explore. What followed was […]

If you’ve ever searched for the best luxury hotels in London, chances are you’ve come across the Great Scotland Yard Hotel, part of Hyatt’s Unbound Collection. Known for its historic setting and boutique luxury vibe, it’s one of the city’s most coveted stays. But does the Great Scotland Yard Hotel actually feel like a $1,000-a-night […]

As a travel photographer constantly navigating the globe, I’ve learned that where you stay can make or break your experience. The Capital of Denmark, with its blend of historical charm and modern design, demands a nuanced approach to accommodation. During my one-week trip in Copenhagen, I stayed at two hotels that captured the city’s multifaceted […]

Autumn in Lisbon brings golden light, fewer tourists, and more affordable rates across the city’s diverse accommodation options. During my recent stay in Portugal’s capital, I had the privilege of experiencing the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon, a property that exemplifies the pinnacle of luxury hospitality. This isn’t my first time in Lisbon. I initially […]

Are you looking for where to stay in Rovaniemi? Most people dream of visiting Finnish Lapland when snow blankets the landscape, and the Northern Lights dance across dark skies. In this guide, I’m sharing three unique hotels in Rovaniemi, Finland—the official hometown of Santa Claus and the gateway to the Arctic Circle. While these properties […]