Over the last few years, we’ve done a ton of city travel, with outdoor adventures sprinkled in here and there. But lately, full-blown active vacations are becoming more and more appealing to us. When choosing an active vacation destination, there are…
20 Crucial Tips for Surviving Long-Haul Flights in Economy Class
The idea of long-haul flights and all that they entail (cramped, uncomfortable chairs; questionable airplane food; recycled air; lack of real sleep) just isn’t very appealing. I’ve never met anyone that actually enjoys long-haul flights. That is, unless they have…
Three Weeks in Bali Itinerary: Where to Go, Stay, and Eat + Costs
If you’re planning to spend three weeks in Bali, then let me start off by saying I support that. Bali is one of my favorite places in the entire world, and in my opinion, three weeks is the perfect amount of…
Pre-Travel Checklist: 25 Things You Must Do Before International Travel
Though preparing for an international trip is exciting, it can also be very stressful in the weeks and days leading up to your departure. From the big things like booking your flights and buying travel insurance, to all of the…
How to Make Poffertjes (Mini Dutch Pancakes)
Did you just arrive home from a trip to the Netherlands, and now you’re searching for a poffertjes recipe to fill your craving? I totally understand, because after our Dutch friends introduced us to poffertjes (mini Dutch pancakes) for the…
Loreto, Mexico: A Top-Secret Destination in Baja California Sur
If you’re looking for the ultimate trip to Mexico, then I have a bit of advice: Forget about Cancún. Leave Cabo in the dust. And no, don’t even think about Puerto Vallarta! Nowadays, so many parts of Mexico have become…
A Guide to Pemuteran: The Secret Paradise on Bali’s North Coast
Nestled on Bali’s northwest coast, hours away from the bustling south, is a peaceful, hidden paradise called Pemuteran. If you’ve never heard of Pemuteran before, then I wouldn’t be surprised. This quaint and stunning fishing village is a very well-kept…
Bún Chay: Vietnamese Noodle Salad with Fresh Herbs and Veggies
Lately, I’ve been obsessing over Vietnamese food. Hard. Between planning our month-long journey through Vietnam, constantly rotating between the two amazing Vietnamese cafes near my house, and making my spring rolls as often as possible, I still can’t get enough of…
Authentic Mie Goreng (Indonesian Fried Noodles) Recipe
Each time I come home from Bali, I find myself craving one dish: mie goreng. And sure enough, within two weeks of my last return from my favorite island, I just had to have it. And that’s where this mie…
Taking a Day Trip to Kinderdijk, Netherlands
Have you heard of a tiny village in the Netherlands called Kinderdijk? Our guess is not. And truth be told, we hadn’t heard of it either, until we decided to sail through Europe with Viking River Cruises on their Grand European…
One Week in Ubud, Bali: The Only Guide You Need
If you’re spending one week in Ubud, you should know that you are about to experience something truly special. The first time I visited Ubud, I made the mistake of only spending four days there. But such a magical place…
Where to Stay in Oaxaca City, Mexico (via Hotels.com)
Oaxaca City, Mexico is one of those legendary destinations many have heard of, but few have actually traveled to. And that’s because, compared to the likes of Cancún and Cabo San Lucas, Oaxaca is a rather far-flung, intimidating travel destination….
