I have never really been on a road-trip but somehow, someway, my husband convinced me to make the drive up from Florida to New York — stopping by Savannah and Charleston on the way. Took us about 7 hours to get to Savannah so we left at 1 am to make the most of our day (crazy, I know). A car full of snacks, music, and “alternating” drivers (I drove for an hour)..
Read MoreWriting this as I sit in Casablanca airport, waiting to board my flight to New York. It’s been a whirlwind of activities these last few days, from Cairo to Casablanca to back home. The 18 hour layover I planned in between my flights home, turned into 30 hours… If you’re in Casablanca for the day, here’s a little firsthand post of exactly what I did with my time.
Read MoreThe Magic City - With its melting pot of diversity, Miami is like no other Party city in America. It’s the perfect blend of a Beach town and dynamic metropolitan city, with the best of the day and nightlife. The Miami culture is in the music, food, fashion and art. If you're visiting for a long 3-day weekend and want to see a bit of everything, here is a curated list of my top picks to give a glimpse of Miami.
Read MoreEcuador's capital city, Quito, is located high in the Andes (2,850m above sea level), squeezed between mountain peaks with hills of greenery. I loved exploring my mother's home country; the monuments and 17th-century architectural facades, picturesque plazas and magnificent churches. One of the most beautiful cities in South America, definitely a great place to visit!
Read MoreThere are towering volcano peaks, hike-worthy amazonian rain forest, indigenous villages, and of course stunning views. When it comes to adventure, you can’t go wrong in Ecuador. As a family, we’ve biked down Cotopaxi, treked out to Quilotoa Lagoon, paddled down the river to the Shiripuno Tribe. While it may not be the most hard-core adventurous guide — if I could get through it, then so can you. plan your perfect trip to one of South America’s top adventure destinations.
Read MoreSunshine and solitude make it the ideal destination for relaxing retreats. Tulum’s spectacular coastline is 90 minutes from the closest airport, making it a not-so-easy to get to beach. Giving visitors long stretches of cobalt blue beach and balmy breezes with only a few other people sharing your little paradise. Tulum was one of the last cities built and inhabited by the Maya, so enjoy the caves, cenotes, and historic ruins! There is also a strong New York presence in many Tulum spots — eco friendly boutique hotels, vegan restaurants, beachfront yoga classes, and indie designer stores on every corner.
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