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Travel Itinerary: 3 Days in Tokyo, Japan
My 3-day Tokyo itinerary for first-timers, from Shibuya and Meiji Shrine to Asakusa, Akihabara, and Shinjuku, plus where to stay and my favorite coffee stops.
Destination Guide: Whistler Ski Resort, British Columbia
My guide to planning a Whistler ski trip — driving the Sea-to-Sky Highway from Vancouver, where to stay in the village, EPIC pass tips, and dog-friendly breaks.
Destination Guide: Seoul, South Korea Beauty Experiences
My Seoul self-care trip: a professional color analysis, a 15-step scalp treatment at Eco Jardin, K-beauty shopping, and where to stay in Myeongdong.
Travel Itinerary: Mexico City and Oaxaca
My week in Mexico City and Oaxaca — a sunrise hot air balloon over Teotihuacan, Casa Luis Barragan, Frida Kahlo's Casa Azul, tostadas at Contramar, and more.
Guide to a Soft Cool Summer Color Palette after a professional color analysis in Seoul
What I learned from a professional color analysis in Seoul — my soft summer color palette, makeup notes, and rebuilding a cool-toned capsule wardrobe.
Destination Guide: Taipei, Taiwan
After several work trips to Taipei, my favorite finds — night markets, thrifting in Zhongzheng, the Maokong gondola, and day trips to Jiufen and Shifen.
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Destination Guide: Northern Vietnam
What I learned traveling to Hanoi, Vietnam — egg coffee, Train Street, a Ninh Binh day trip with Tam Coc and Mua Cave, and safety tips for solo travelers.
Trip Review: Skiing in Andermatt, Switzerland
How I planned a ski trip to Andermatt, Switzerland — trains from Zurich, Epic Pass access, cozy chalet stays, and a day trip to Liechtenstein on rest days.
Travel Itinerary: 10 Days in Ireland and the Ring of Kerry
My 10-day road trip around Ireland: Dublin, Giant's Causeway, cycling Inis Mor, Cliffs of Moher at sunset, Killarney, Portmagee, and Skellig Michael.
Destination Guide: Victoria, British Columbia
How I spend a weekend in Victoria BC with my dog: the Black Ball Ferry from Port Angeles, Butchart Gardens, tea at the Empress, and Beacon Hill Park.
Destination Guide: Kyoto, Japan
Ten of my favorite things to do in Kyoto, including shrines, markets, Arashiyama, guesthouses, and easy day-trip ideas for a first visit.
Travel Itinerary: 5 Days in Iceland
My 5-day Iceland itinerary: the Blue Lagoon, snorkeling Silfra, a Sólheimajökull glacier hike, Gullfoss and Skógafoss, and chasing the northern lights.
Destination Guide: Venice, Italy
My favorite things to do in Venice, Italy: a gondola ride through the canals, breakfast at Caffe Florian, Doge's Palace, and the Rialto Bridge — with tips.
Destination Guide: Florence, Italy
My favorite things to do in Florence, Italy: climbing the Duomo, seeing the original David, a Tuscany wine day trip, and sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo.
Destination Guide: Lisbon, Portugal
My favorite things to do in Lisbon, from Pastéis de Belém and Belém Tower to Miradouro de Santa Luzia, the Time Out Market, and a day trip to Sintra's castles.
5 Places to Fly your Drone in Ireland
The best places I flew my drone in Ireland: the Ring of Kerry, Kerry Cliffs, Aran Islands, Staigue Fort, and castles — plus IAA registration tips.
Travel Itinerary: 2 Days in Rome, Italy
How I spent 2 days in Rome: the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Vatican City, plus where to find aperol spritzes and summer crowd tips.
Visiting the Famous Skellig Michael and Portmagee
Everything I learned visiting Skellig Michael from Portmagee: booking landing vs. eco tours, staying at the Moorings Guesthouse, and when to go.
6 Places to Fly your Drone in Iceland
Where I flew my drone in Iceland: Seljalandsfoss, Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, Reynisfjara black sand beach, Faxi waterfall, Kerid Crater, and outside Reykjavik.
Travel Itinerary: Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Hiroshima
How I would plan a first trip to Japan, with itinerary ideas for Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima plus budgeting, transit, and lodging advice.
Trip Review: Staying at Abbeyglen Castle in Ireland
My night at Abbeyglen Castle Hotel in Clifden, Ireland: castle rooms, drone views over Connemara, complimentary champagne hour, and dinner at sunset.
Trip Review: Summer in Tadoussac, Quebec
My summer getaway to Tadoussac, Quebec: beluga whale watching on the fjord, horseback riding, climbing the sand dunes, and staying at Hotel Tadoussac.
Skin Age Analysis: ChatGPT Explores My Korean Janus Pro Report | Somewhere with Sora
Discover how ChatGPT enhances your skin analysis experience! Learn about detailed skin age analysis results and personalized skincare tips from Korea.
Travel Itinerary: One Week in Spain
My one-week Spain itinerary splitting time between Barcelona and Malaga, with a Granada day trip, Renfe train tips, and how much I budgeted per day.
Travel Itinerary: A Day in Granada, Spain
How I spent a day trip to Granada from Malaga: touring the Alhambra, free tapas with every drink, and sunset over the city from Mirador San Nicolas.
Planning a Trip to Ireland
How I planned a 10-day road trip around Ireland, with driving tips, castle and B&B stays, and stops from the Cliffs of Moher to Giant's Causeway.
Budgeting for a Trip to Iceland
How I budgeted about $1,200 per person for 5 days in Iceland, covering the rental car and insurance, Costco meal prep, Blue Lagoon, and Silfra snorkeling.
Iceland: Packing List
Everything I packed for early October in Iceland: merino wool base layers, a parka and rain jacket, Sorel boots, plus my drone and camera essentials.