There’s nothing more frustrating than the US healthcare system, and I know I’m not alone in this. As I get older, something I’m becoming more obsessed with is medical tourism. It’s no secret that healthcare in the US is straight-up dooky, and I’ve become more and more disillusioned. This isn’t my first stint going abroad […]

The rolling dunes of White Sands National Park offer photographers an otherworldly landscape. From pristine ripples in the sand to dramatic shadows cast by the sun, this unique destination presents endless opportunities for stunning imagery. Coincidentally, White Sands National Park is now my most visited U.S. National Park. It’s funny, I first traveled to New […]

My stay at the Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Myeongdong perfectly embodied my spontaneous approach to travel. To be honest, I barely planned my trip to Seoul. As a seasoned traveler, the older I get, the less I plan. I kind of just show up and let the city reveal itself! I think it’s […]

The Capital One Lounge at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) sets a new standard for airport lounges, offering a genuinely premium experience that goes beyond typical domestic lounge offerings. As a Venture X cardholder who has transited through a bunch of lounges, both domestically and internationally, via Priority Pass, also a Venture X perk, I […]

If you’ve ever heard the phrase “You’re not ugly, you’re just poor,” that doesn’t apply in South Korea, the plastic surgery capital of the world. It’s no secret that procedures in the U.S. are dumb expensive, so beauty tourism in Korea has become increasingly popular. And for good reason! After my positive experience with medical […]

Let me share Incheon Airport’s best-kept secret: there’s a hidden spa called Spa on Air nestled in the basement level, and it’s about to become your new favorite layover spot. After traveling to Japan and Taiwan earlier in the year, I also traveled to Seoul because I wanted to experience beauty tourism in Korea. If […]

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 […]

Imagine the magic of New York City transforming into a twinkling wonderland, one Christmas tree lighting ceremony at a time. The tradition that was first sparked in Madison Square Park back in 1912 has now blossomed into a citywide celebration, with the most anticipated Christmas tree lighting ceremonies in NYC promising to illuminate the holiday […]

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 […]

Brooklyn might just give Manhattan a run for its money when it comes to Halloween decorations. In fact, it has some of the best in all of the five boroughs. With its unique culture, distinct character, and beautiful photo-worthy streets, Brooklyn deserves way more Halloween hype than it gets. Sure, everyone knows about Manhattan’s decorated […]