Looking for the best route from San Francisco to Los Angeles? We’ve driven back and forth a dozen times using different routes. While living in California, we often took I-5 for the most direct route. However, if you’re looking for scenic options or you want to explore new parts of California, these are the ones […]
52 We recently spent a few days in Muna, an island in Sulawesi that has some great caves, lakes, and natural sinkholes. Most people visit Muna in conjunction with Buton, its neighboring island. They’re well connected by a short ferry ride, so it’s easy to go back and forth between the two islands. The blue […]
If you’re a traveler like me, chances are you’re always on the lookout for ways to make your trips more affordable. That’s why I collect points and miles: they help me lower my travel costs so I can spend my money on what’s actually important…which is usually booking more trips! One card that can help […]
Visiting SLO CAL? These are our favorite things to do in San Luis Obispo County. San Luis Obispo is ideal for travelers who want slow, cozy, and creative experiences over packed itineraries. In this region, between Socal and Norcal, you’ll find coastal hikes, vineyards, and immersive art. Our guide focuses on unique, cozy, art-forward things […]
27 If you’re planning to visit the island of Kauai, you’re probably wondering whether you need to book anything in advance. Obviously there are the flights and hotels, but what about state parks and other activities? Thankfully most things in Kauai don’t require a reservation, but there are a few exceptions. This travel guide will […]
After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it was one of those super off-the-beaten-path destinations that few but the most intrepid travelers visited, where electricity only ran a few hours a day, basic bungalows right on the beach […]
Looking for the best sunglasses for travel? Here are our faves, including some game-changer accessories. When you travel, you should avoid bringing your nicest sunglasses. Early on, I didn’t heed the warnings and ended up dropping my favorite pair. RIP. Now, I have a pair that stays safely nestled in our car and another to […]
20 We visited New York City with our baby Emma at 7 months old, and it was a blast. We went all over Manhattan, crossed the Statue of Liberty off our bucket list, and did lots of other fun things. Will she remember it? Probably not. But we will, and we’ll be able to tell […]
Tokyo is one of those cities that feels endlessly deep. You can visit a dozen times and still discover new food stalls, hidden shrines, late-night bars, quirky subcultures, and neighborhoods that feel like completely different worlds. (I know because I’ve visited about 10 times already!) One of my favorite ways to explore Tokyo is by […]
Heading to Skiathos and Skopelos? These are all the Mamma Mia movie locations in Greece. This past summer, Mari and I were dreaming up a girls’ trip to some of Greece’s lesser-known islands with Star Clippers. When we told Aishah we had never seen Mamma Mia, the ultimate celebration of girlhood and Greek wanderlust, she […]