Kyoto Trip Itinerary: The Ultimate 5 Day Guide
When creating your Kyoto trip itinerary, 3 to 5 days is the perfect amount of time for exploring. Especially if you plan on visiting other…
Japan Travel Cost: How much I spent on a 3 week trip to Japan
How much does it really cost to travel to Japan? There’s a lot of consider when planning a trip to Japan and when it comes…
Tips for going to Japan: How far in advance should you start booking?
One of my best tips for going to Japan is to plan it as early as you can. Starting to look into reservations and accommodations…
Planning a Trip to Japan
Planning a trip to Japan can definitely feel so overwhelming—there’s just so much to see, do, and know beforehand. I’m a detail-oriented planner, so I…
3 Day Osaka Itinerary
As part of my month away to Japan this year, I spent 3 days in Osaka. This was actually my second time here and I…
Cute Cafes in Calgary
I’ve curated a collection of cute cafes in Calgary that you need to visit. You know that I’m in love with lounging around at a…
One Day in Calgary Itinerary
You have just arrived in Calgary, Alberta – where the prairie skies meet the rocky mountains. In this one day Calgary itinerary, I’ve curated the…
Calgary Travel Guide
I’ve written this Calgary travel guide with the intention of sharing everything you need to know about your first time visiting this beautiful city. Alberta…
What to Pack for a Hike: Your Essential Day Hike Packing List
If you’re wondering what to pack for your day hike, you’re in the right place. I’ve learnt a lot in this past year exploring the…
50 Things to Do this Summer in Calgary
As a local living in Calgary, I’ve made sure to curate the best list of things to do in Calgary for you. Whether you’re visiting…
Beach Day Essentials
Your beach day essentials guide is here. It’s officially June and like you, I’m looking forward to those longer summer days in the sun. Summer…
Raspberry Ridge Trail: best hike to see wildflowers
Raspberry Ridge Trail is a lesser-known trail in the Kananaskis area. This moderately-challenging hike offers a unique perspective of the Kananaskis Valley and is my…
Best Places to Visit in Singapore
I spent 2 days in Singapore for Lunar New Years in February and in this blog I’m sharing all the best places you need to…
Barrier Lake Hiking Guide (via Prairie View Trail)
Barrier Lake is one of the most stunning lakes in Alberta. There are many trails surrounding Barrier Lake that will lead you to one of…
Grassi Lakes Trail: best beginner hike in Canmore, Alberta
Grassi Lakes Trail is located in Canmore, Alberta. It’s a popular trail because it’s a fairly easy hike and doesn’t take long to get to…
Things To Do in Maui: What to do and see in 2024
There are so many things to do in Maui and if I were to go back, I would put these places on my list again….
The Prettiest Beaches in Maui – your summer vacation beach guide
Maui has the most stunning coastlines on Earth and I can ensure you will come across some of the prettiest beaches along its shores. During…
Starbucks Sakura Collection – Spring 2024
Whenever I visit a new country, I’m always curious to see what the unique drink, food and merch options are at Starbucks. Cherry blossom season…
Best Hikes in Kananaskis: 2024 Summer Hiking Guide
Kananaskis Country is home to some of the best summer hikes to explore in Alberta. Most people think about Banff when visiting the Alberta Rocky…
Upper Kananaskis & Rawson Lake Trail
As I make my way through the photos I took on my summer hikes last year, the ones at the Upper Kananaskis Lake and Rawson…
What to Eat in Viet Nam: 20 Authentic Vietnamese Street Foods
When it comes to Vietnamese cuisine, there is so much variety and something for everyone. I’ve listed all the foods and desserts I ate when…
One Day Travel Itinerary to Ho Chi Minh City
In this blog, I’m sharing how I spent a day in Ho Chi Minh city to give you ideas on things to do in Viet…
8 Tips to Overcome Jet Lag When Flying to Asia
I recently travelled to South East Asia for 1 month and the time difference between Canada and Asia was 13 hours. Viet Nam is 13…
How to Travel Comfortably on a Long Flight
This may be unpopular opinion, but I really enjoy a long haul flight day. This is because I have a few routines and must pack…
The Most Aesthetic Coffee Shop in Viet Nam
The Blank Sky Lounge is located on the 75th floor of the Landmark 81 building in Ho Chi Minh city. It’s the highest lounge in…
Travel Mistakes not to Make in 2024
You’ve been counting down the days and finally your vacation day is here – hurray! It’s time to grab your bag and head straight to…
The Ultimate Packing List for your Summer Vacation
I had a full work week leading up to my flight, which also meant I ended up working the day of departure. I didn’t mean…
Visiting the most popular coffee shops, exploring famous markets & street food in Viet Nam
I spent a week in Ho Chi Minh city visiting family. And of all the countries that I visited during my month long trip to…
7 Things to Know Before Travelling to Viet Nam
Travelling somewhere you’ve never been before can be so exciting, but also a bit overwhelming. Especially when you’re not familiar with how to navigate the…
First time in Viet Nam, exploring Saigon & eating good street food
Arriving at the Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh) 18 hours of flight time later – I made it to Ho Chi Minh…
South East Asia Travel Diary
Preparing on a month long trip to South East Asia was not easy, but in this series “SE Asia Travel Diaries”, I hope to make…
Outdoor Ice Skating Calgary: where to go ice skating this winter
The Olympic Plaza is a free outdoor ice skating rink located in downtown Calgary. This is one of the most beautiful outdoor rinks in the…
Coffee Shops in Downtown Calgary: Alforno Bakery & Cafe
There are so many great coffee shops in downtown Calgary. In this blog, I’m sharing my experience at Alforno Bakery & Cafe. If you’re looking…
Major Tom Bar: dining with sunset views above the city
Major Tom Bar is the perfect place for celebrations, a romantic date night, or introducing out-of-town guests to experience Calgary cuisine. I chose Major Tom…