Amazing Britain: Our 8-Day Trafalgar Tour
Our 2017 Amazing Britain Trafalgar tour: eight days from London, Edinburgh memories, the Scottish Highlands, our travel film and an honest look at the pace.
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Best of Eastern Canada and USA: Our 2018 Insight Vacations Tour
Our 2018 Insight Vacations trip through Eastern Canada and the USA: Niagara Falls by boat and helicopter, Québec City, Maine, Acadia and two travel films.
Capitals of the North: Our 2017 Trafalgar Tour
Our 13-day Trafalgar tour from Copenhagen to Moscow via Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Novgorod, with five travel films and our September 2017 route.
Marseille Brunch Review: A Spontaneous Stop in Hell’s Kitchen
Our first brunch at Marseille in Hell’s Kitchen: tasty shakshuka and steak Benedict, attentive service, filling portions, and an $83 bill for two before tip.
Treasures of the Balkans: Our Insight Vacations Tour
Our June–July 2019 Insight Vacations tour through nine countries, from Bucharest to Budapest: seven travel videos, our route, hotels and sightseeing stops.
European Whirl: Our Winter Trafalgar Tour
Our winter European Whirl with Trafalgar: watch the film, explore the route and jump to each destination chapter.
Brunch at Le Café Louis Vuitton NYC: Was It Worth It?
Our brunch at Le Café Louis Vuitton on 57th Street: booking through Resy, breakfast and desserts, small portions, excellent service, and our $179 bill before tip.
Zou Zou’s: The Manhattan Restaurant We Keep Going Back To
Our go-to Manhattan restaurant for date nights, friends and work dinners. Inside Francis’s birthday dinner, the $79 Chef’s Menu, and the must-order dip tower.
Pistons vs Nets at Barclays Center: Our $168 Seats Near the Player Entrance
Our $168 seats in Section 16, Row D at Barclays Center: Pistons vs Nets, Cade Cunningham signing for fans, and the view beside the player entrance.
Knicks at MSG: Our $526 Last-Minute Seats Near the Bench
We booked Knicks tickets at MSG just before tip-off: $526 for two seats near the bench. Our experience, seat review and tips for buying last minute.
Best of Eastern Europe: Our 14-day Globus Trip
Watch our six-country Globus travel film and explore the route, city chapters and highlights.
What We Learned Growing to 20,000 Followers
Our honest lessons from reaching 20,000 followers: reels, editing pace, showing up, building a community, and what we still haven’t figured out.
20,000 Followers: How Our Little Travel Page Grew
We had 143 Facebook followers in June. Four months later, we reached 20,000. How a few late-night Knicks videos got us posting—and what happened next.
Three Sixers Preseason Games, Seats Near the Court: What We Paid and Learned
We paid $150–$350 each for seats near the court at three Sixers preseason games. Our ticket strategy, seat comparisons, and lessons for your own visit.
Is Fanatics Fest Worth It? My 2026 Review & Tips for 2027
A second-time attendee’s honest Fanatics Fest review: athlete encounters, Amex Platinum access, nearly $1,000 on photos, and what to do differently next time.
Was Seeing Federer at the U.S. Open Worth $1,400? Our Second-Row Experience
Our first U.S. Open visit: second-row seats for Roger Federer’s exhibition, last-minute tickets, and an evening with McEnroe, Roddick and Agassi.
Five Days in Western Canada: Calgary, Banff, Vancouver & Whistler
Our five-day Western Canada trip: Calgary city walks, Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, Vancouver’s waterfront, and a Sea to Sky day trip to Whistler.
Amex Platinum: Is It Worth the $895 Fee? Our 2026 Results So Far
Is Amex Platinum worth $895? Our 2026 value so far: $2,935.71, including $1,697.44 in credits, $878.27 in redeemed points and $360 in unused points at their statement-credit equivalent.
Fire, Valleys, and the Art of Doing Nothing: Our Big Island Reset
Five days on Hawaii’s Big Island — a helicopter ride over an erupting volcano, hidden east coast valleys, poolside stillness, Filipino food surprises, and one dolphin encounter we
Seven Highlights From Our Recent Seattle Visit
My work trip to Seattle turned into an unforgettable experience with hubby. We visited the original Starbucks, Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and enjoyed great seafood.
12 things to do in Singapore
Visiting Singapore offers an abundance of activities. From Sentosa to Gardens by the Bay, iconic attractions and experiences await, including the popular Hawker Centres.
18 things to do in Sydney, Australia
Explore Sydney’s iconic landmarks and activities: Circular Quay, Harbour Bridge, Opera House, The Rocks Markets, Martin Place, Sydney Tower, Queen Victoria Building, Darling Harbou
7 things we did over 4 days in Fiji
Fiji’s Denarau Island is ideal for a tranquil escape. Explore the islands, enjoy seafood, swim in safe zones, and experience local culture. Relax and unwind.
Magnificent aerial views of the Niagara Falls from the Canadian side
A picture-packed blog post narrates a day tour to Niagara Falls, highlighting the ferry, helicopter ride, and a stopover in Niagara-on-the-Lake town.
10 things we did over four days in New York, USA
Explore New York’s iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and Central Park. Expand your experience with dining at the World Trade Center and visiting the 9/11 M
Five touristy things you gotta do in Los Angeles, USA
In Los Angeles, try Hollywood Boulevard for Walk of Fame, luxury car rentals, Universal Studios, Staples Center, and a Hop-on, Hop-off bus. Enjoy the touristy fun!
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