Travel
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.
A Ninh Binh Adventure, 3 Days in Trang An, Vietnam – Asia 2024: Part III 🇻🇳
When visiting northern Vietnam we knew we wanted to spend time somewhere more naturally beautiful besides Hanoi. Most travelers seem to opt for Ha Long Bay, but the thought of spending the night solely on a boat with essentially no way off gives me pause. Often referred to "Ha
Can Tho, Vietnam's Cai Rang Floating Market 🇻🇳 Asia Spring 2024: Part II
The Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho, Vietnam is a beautiful, photogenic, and unique part of the country. While unfortunately marred by trash, the infamous Mekong delta market is well worth a visit.
Hong Kong for the First Time 🇭🇰 Asia Spring 2024: Part I
‼️I'm busy as hell lately—new job, traveling a lot, side projects, etc, etc. I am finding it hard to find time to really devote a few hours to writing like I want to. Posts for the foreseeable future may be a bit lighter on the narrative. Stay
First Time in Mexico – Oaxaca Rules All 🪅
‼️I've got a lot of blogging to catch up on! We semi-recently made a huge trip to Southeast Asia which I'm super excited to post about but before that, we had a trip to Mexico that was fantastic and transformative for my opinion on our southern
Taketomi Island – the Gem of the Yaeyama Islands 🇯🇵
Taketomi Island is one of the most culturally rich places in Japan. This island is a small island in the Yaeyama Island chain within Okinawa Prefecture.