Climbing Kilimanjaro is not an easy feat. It can be exhausting and challenging, but with proper preparation and hiking equipment, it can also be exhilarating. We have spent most of our lives hiking around the…
Walking through the streets of an urban city you are likely to find yourself surrounded by boisterous vendors, the white noise of chatter, and a distinctly delicious aroma filling the air. What is that delectable…
You are here because you want to know how to survive a timeshare presentation. How do I end the sales pitch? How do I resist timeshare sales tricks and just say "no"? After going through…
Alexandria is undoubtedly one of the most charming towns in Northern Virginia. Founded in 1749 as a colonial tobacco port, the Old Town neighborhood maintains cobblestone streets, 18th-century buildings, and flickering gas lamps. Mixed in…
Ever wonder what dried bird spit tastes like? Nope? Well, me neither but in case you answered “yes” for some strange reason, here is our adventure in tasting Nido Soup, aka the Filipino version of…
Are you trying to decide between visiting Ilocos Sur or Ilocos Norte? Well, why not visit both? Each region is filled with adventures, activities, and attractions to keep you entertained. We spent about a week…
Hillbrook Inn and Spa is where American history, European architecture, and Southern charm meld into the perfect Bed and Breakfast for your next Romantic getaway. Located less than 2 hours from Washington DC, Hillbrook Inn…
Dubai is a city that takes many guises; it’s the Middle East’s shopping capital, the city of gold, and of course, the city of unmatched architectural gems and engineering marvels. While entry rates to the…
The Sanctuaria Treehouses provide an adventurous escape into a world free of modern-day amenities and distractions. If you are someone who enjoys nature and the simple things in life, then you will fall in love…
Busuanga is the largest island in the Calamian Group of islands located within the Palawan province of the Philippines. Many visitors are drawn to the island for aquatic adventures thanks to thriving coral reefs and…
Being raised half Filipino, I grew up eating all sorts of traditional dishes like Pancit (Filipino noodles), Kare-Kare (peanut butter oxtail soup), and Sinigang (sour tamarind soup). What I was not exposed to, however, was…
Last October I was shocked to learn that the Minister's Treehouse, the largest treehouse in the world, burned down to the ground. Although I use the word “shocked”, perhaps that is a poor choice of…
After 4 days at an all-inclusive resort in Falmouth, Scott and I were excited to escape to the “real” Jamaica for an adventure. While many Caribbean islands are known for their pristine beaches, and Jamaica…
Smith Island is an archipelago located approximately 10 miles off the coast of Crisfield, Maryland. With a population of around 276 people (2010 census) spread over 4.5 square miles of habitable land space, you might…
10 miles west of Crisfield Maryland lies Smith Island, where life comes and goes with the rising tides of the Chesapeake. The archipelago is accessible only by boat, helping to preserve the slow-paced and simple…