Not many people in the Western World have heard of the city Chengdu, located in the legendary Sichuan province of China. But if you’re looking to get up-and-close with pandas, eat some of the best Chinese food in the world and dive head first into Chinese spirituality, then this city has got to be added to your bucket list. If you plan to visit Chengdu China, these are the best things you cannot miss!Continue reading →
Contrary to popular belief about Bali, Indonesia, Balinese food isn’t always organic or healthy. Between noodles, peanut sauce and endless Bintangs, you’re not doing your body any favors with these classic Balinese dishes. Treat yo self to these delicious and healthy restaurants in Bali!Continue reading →
Bali, Indonesia is not only one of the most beautiful travel destinations in the world, it also happens to be one of the most budget-friendly! You may have heard that you should spend $50 per day, but what about less than $50 a day? If you’re looking to experience paradise, but don’t want to spend a ton of money, read on to learn how to spend less than $50 a day in Bali!Continue reading →
Today is a truly wonderful day. It is my best friend, my travel partner, my husband’s birthday!Continue reading →
Easter is one of my favorite holidays. It might be because Spring is absolutely beautiful. Maybe it’s because of family coming together. However, it’s most likely because I kick my sister’s ass every year during our annual egg hunt (seriously, it’s brutal-poor girl never wins).Continue reading →
Bali’s sweltering heat and humidity makes for some not-so-cute travel moments and at times you may feel like you can’t escape it. But, past the Ubud Palace and nestled amongst the rice paddies lies a cool and hidden sanctuary unlike any other. It is this part of Bali that you will find the legendary and exotic Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, a preserved jungle filled with thousands of cute and friendly Balinese monkeys.
The news came on a beautiful, cool night in Bali. We were enjoying an all-you-can-eat dinner buffet on the Sky Garden rooftop with our new friends, Sarah of Fit Travels and her husband Paul, as the sun set in Legian. The evening was warm and we entertained ourselves as our fellow diners were single and ready to mingle. This was our last night in Bali, before we were to leave for Thailand with a layover in Singapore.Continue reading →
Bali, Indonesia is one of the most popular vacation destinations around the world. A trip to Bali treats your senses to exotic landscapes, tasty food, fulfilling spirituality and some much needed serenity. And whether you’re celebrating your anniversary, partying on a girls getaway or looking to get a little more relaxation on your vacation, sunsets are always a good idea. Here are the best Bali sunset spots.Continue reading →
After about 3 weeks of budget travel, Kevin and I felt we were due for a real honeymoon experience. We spoke with many travelers along the way and researched our options online, coming to the conclusion that Ubud would give us the real romantic experience while still getting the most bang for our buck. After much debate, we settled on Dwaraka Royal Villas.Continue reading →
Crystal blue water, white, sandy beaches, delicious food, beautiful sunsets and romantic bliss. What could be better? Every year, millions of tourists venture to the exotic and beautiful island of Bali. But travelers have started heading out further east for a more deserted island, authentic, tropical vibe. Continue reading →