12 Things I Learned by Visiting the Bahamas
After spending two nights in Nassau, I discovered a side of the Bahamas most cruise passengers never see. Here are 12 things that surprised me about visiting the country beyond the resorts.
Category Travel Stories
From Kyoto to Nara: A Day Trip with Shrines, Deer, and Sake
From Kyoto’s iconic torii gates to the peaceful temples of Nara, this day was filled with friendly deer, hidden hillside shrines, and an unforgettable first taste of Japanese sake. Slower-paced and deeply atmospheric, Nara offered one of the most unique experiences of my entire trip.
Enjoying Island Life on Caye Caulker, Belize
This was a perfect day on Caye Caulker - fryjacks for breakfast, biking across the island, relaxing on the beach, and ending the night with stingrays at sunset. This was the most peaceful and memorable part of my Belize trip.
A Full Day Exploring Kyoto’s Temples
Our full day in Kyoto took us across the city to several incredible temples. From the shining Golden Pavilion to quiet hillside temples with centuries-old stories, including ones with a chilling “blood ceiling,” the day was filled with history and peaceful scenery.
From Jungle Town to Island Life: San Ignacio to Caye Caulker
After exploring the lively Saturday market in San Ignacio, we began our journey across Belize toward the Caribbean. A scenic drive and water taxi ride later, we arrived on the laid-back island of Caye Caulker for fresh seafood and island life.
Tokyo to Kyoto by Bullet Train: Food, Temples, and First Impressions
After six days in Tokyo, we took the shinkansen for the first time to Kyoto. From an incredible lunch and bustling shopping streets to temple explorations, our first day in Japan's ancient capital was unforgettable.
Exploring Mayan Ruins in Belize
On our first full day in Belize, we explored the ancient Maya sites of Xunantunich and Cahal Pech, rode a hand-cranked ferry and local buses, wandered San Ignacio, and even found time to just relax.
Three Days at Star Wars Celebration Japan
Attending Star Wars Celebration Japan was exciting, overwhelming, and exhausting all at once. Here's what those three days in Chiba were really like, from panels and cosplay to the quieter moments in between.
Traveling to Cuba as an American: My Experience & How to Do It
Going to Cuba as an American is easier than you might expect. Based on my own trip, here’s how to do it, what to avoid, and what you’ll really see once you arrive.
The Journey from San Jose, California to San Ignacio, Belize
It took 2 flights and a 2-hour ride to get to our hotel the first night in Belize, but our driver made learned plenty about his country along the way!
Tokyo Day 2: From Gundam to Godzilla
From the unique landmarks of Odaiba to the night life of Shinjuku, this was my second full day in Japan.
Thanksgiving in Chicago: My Snowy Experience in the Windy City
I had a great time in both the suburbs and city proper, but it was quite the journey actually getting home.