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
We left El Nido for four nights in Malapascua — a tiny island in the northern Philippines that exists almost entirely for one thing: Diving. And if you’re willing to make the journey, it delivers something truly rare. Getting There is a
El Nido is the iconic postcard image of the Philippines—towering limestone karsts rising out of electric turquoise water, hidden lagoons carved into cliffs, rugged mountains, and raw, untouched coastline. It’s dramatic, wild, and visually unreal in a way that almost
I’ve been to Tokyo a few times but it has been on Adam’s list forever. Since we were on our way to the Philippines for a dive trip, a stopover felt like the obvious move. Three and a half days
If you only have two days in Oslo, don’t worry—you can still see the highlights, taste the best local food, and even sneak in a world-class cocktail. During our 48 hours in Oslo, we mixed biking, walking, and ferries to
Some trips feel like you’ve won the travel lottery—and our time in Lofoten was exactly that. Late August blessed us with absolutely perfect weather every single day. With the season winding down, the islands were also remarkably quiet, giving us
We planned on using Bergen as a base for the famous Norway in a Nutshell trip to Flåm. In the end, we decided that journey felt like too much travel for too little payoff, so Bergen became more of a
Iceland is one of the best places in the world for a short stopover. With direct flights connecting North America and Europe, many travelers spend 2–4 days here on their way to another destination. That’s exactly what we did: a
For the Fourth of July, we slipped away to Bermuda—a quick 2-hour hop from New York City—for a beach-filled long weekend. We stayed at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club (Fairmont Princess), a 5-star hotel with sparkling pools, great restaurants, and