Asia Again in 2024 Part II: First Time in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 🇲🇾
Brief Kuala Lumpur visit highlighting Batu Caves, street food at Jalan Alor, and Petaling Street exploration. Enjoyed nasi lemak and teh tarik while dealing with city traffic during this three-day Malaysian stop between Japan and Singapore.
First Time in the Middle East 2024 Part I: Amman, Jordan 🇯🇴
From Oman's tranquility to Amman's energy—enjoyed bustling markets, exceptional street food at Hashem, and ancient history at the Citadel with its stunning city views. Despite regional tensions, felt completely safe experiencing Jordan's rich culture.
My Year in Hyatt Stays 2024
A Hyatt Globalist's journey through 21 properties in 2024, from Chicago to Singapore. Top stays include Park Hyatt Siem Reap, Parisi Udvar Budapest, and Andaz Singapore, with luxury perks and cultural immersion across four continents.
Pictures from Our First Time in Portland, OR 🌲
First time in Portland (actually, Oregon as a whole). We have some friends East of Portland in Hood River so we made the drive to visit them for a day. The whole Columbia River Gorge area on the drive out was absolutely stunning. Being our first time in Portland we
My Year of Flying in 2024 ✈️
2024 was by far the most I've ever flown in a single year, and not sure I'll ever break the pure mileage either (looking like I'm on pace to break 60 flights in 2025, but not miles). I made an effort last year to
The Flying Honu – First Class on ANA's A380 🐢 ✈️
One of my bucket list flights was experiencing first class on ANA's "Flying Honu" A380. ANA owns three of these massive aircraft between Tokyo and Honolulu, each painted with unique sea turtle liveries as a tribute to Hawaii.
Asia Again in 2024 Part I: First Class to Yokohama for Baseball 🇯🇵
From ANA's sea turtle-themed A380 to Cathay's 777 first class, this journey took me beyond Tokyo to discover Yokohama's passionate baseball scene.
Impromptu Trip to the Algarve, Portugal + Lisbon 🇵🇹
Explore Portugal's stunning Algarve region and historic Lisbon. From the beautiful Benagil Caves and pristine Marinha Beach to the charming Alfama district and iconic 25 de Abril Bridge, discover the perfect blend of coastal beauty and urban culture.
Our First Time in South America Part II: Steak and Wine in Buenos Aires, Argentina 🇦🇷🥩🍷
Buenos Aires beckons with vibrant neighborhoods, affordable gourmet steaks, and cultural gems. From tango cafes to colorful streets, this South American city offers an unforgettable blend of European charm and Argentine spirit, perfect for food lovers and urban explorers.
Our First Time in South America Part I: The Atacama Desert, Chile 🇨🇱 ⛰️
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Chile's Atacama Desert, from stunning lagoons and starry nights to unique geological formations. Explore San Pedro de Atacama, enjoy incredible stargazing, and experience the contrast with a visit to Santiago's urban charm.
Asia 2024 Part V: Taipei, Taiwan + Naha, Japan 🇹🇼 🇯🇵
The last leg of our Spring 2024 trip to Asia was a stint in one of my favorite countries, Taiwan. While the original plan wound up getting derailed by an earthquake (more on that later), we still spent four days in Taipei and an unexpected three in Naha, Okinawa. It
Angkor Wat, Cambodia: Asia Spring 2024 Part IV 🇰🇭
I feel like I can't even begin to try and describe or give a backstory on Angkor Wat and the surrounding structures. The Angkor Wat complex is one of the most stunning collections of ancient structures in the world and the largest religious site in the world. What