I was flying back from Mumbai and decided to turn a long journey home into something better—a weekend stopover in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Many people questioned the choice, but Jeddah was everything I had hoped for: a city opening up
Bombay — or Mumbai, depending on who you ask — is a city I’ve been visiting since I was a baby. My parents lived here before immigrating to the U.S., so it carries childhood memories of family trips back, while
Some trips you plan for yourself. Others you take for someone you love. The Ajanta and Ellora Caves had been on my dad’s bucket list for years, so when the opportunity came up, I joined my parents on this adventure.
The Maldives had lived on my bucket list for years. The fantasy was simple: an overwater villa, a ladder into the sea, and days shaped by the rhythms of the reef. That vision absolutely came to life—but what surprised me most
Kerala had originally been planned as a classic loop: a day soaking up the history and energy of Fort Kochi, followed by the cooler hills of Munnar and Thekkady for spice gardens and wildlife. But travel has a way of
From Ranthambore, we drove about four hours to Jaipur. After arriving, we kept things intentionally low-key—ending the day at the hotel, watching traditional Rajasthani dancers and musicians perform in the courtyard before dinner. It was the perfect re-entry after safari
Ranthambore is best known as the home of India’s Bengal tigers, which was the only reason this destination was on our map. The entire area caters to tiger safaris, with accommodations ranging from basic lodges to ultra-luxury resorts. We checked
With limited time in India, we designed this leg of the trip with a clear objective: one night in Delhi, one night in Agra, and a focus on the sights that truly matter. We started in Delhi and then took
Hong Kong is one of the most electric cities in the world—equal parts towering skyline, beautiful nature, and an obsession with great food. Even with a delayed start thanks to lost luggage, we packed an incredible amount into three unforgettable
We arrived in Panglao via Cebu (from Malapascua), hopping on the fast ferry from Cebu to Tagbilaran. From there, it was a short drive to Amorita Resort, perched on a hill overlooking Alona Beach—and immediately, it felt like we’d made