Our Japan trip for early 2027 is finally starting to come together, and it has turned into one of those trips where the points strategy did not always go as planned. Earlier this year, we wrote about how to book…
When planning a trip to Tuscany, choosing where to base yourself can shape the entire experience. Florence and Siena are the obvious front-runners. They’re beautiful, packed with history, and full of things to see and do, but they’re also crowded,…
Is Flam, Norway Worth Visiting? Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to visit Norway. One of the stops on our itinerary was Flåm, a small village nestled at the end of Aurlandsfjord, an arm of the 204-km-long Sognefjord in Western…
We recently had the pleasure of spending a few days in Salzburg, Austria, as part of a side trip after visiting Vienna and en route to Italy. The idea was to experience a smaller town and enjoy a more laid-back…
January is a wonderful time to reflect on the year ahead. Each year around this time, I take a few moments to think about my travel goals and aspirations. Whether it’s planning a future trip, adjusting existing plans, or simply…
Lecce was one of the standout destinations on our trip through Puglia. Tucked away in the region’s southern heart, this charming city surprised us with its stunning architecture, vibrant piazzas, and a laid-back atmosphere that felt worlds away from the…
Flights: Originally, I had booked a flight to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines for four people in business class, planning to add a segment to Italy later. However, we invited another family member to join us, which led to rebooking with…