CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Uksucheon Promenade: The Best Hidden Cherry Blossom Spot in Daegu Posted on January 15, 2026August 8, 2026 Cherry blossom season in Daegu does not have to mean crowds and noise. Just beyond the usual spots, a quiet stream winds through pink petals and yellow forsythia. Uksucheon Promenade feels calm and local. I walked beneath blooming branches, heard water over stones, and smelled spring in the air. Older locals lingered without phones. The moment felt unhurried and gentle. If you want cherry blossoms without the chaos of Suseong Lake, this hidden walkway offers space to breathe before the petals fall. Read more
WELLNESS ON THE ROAD How to Travel the World with Chronic Pain or Injury Posted on January 13, 2026August 8, 2026 For more than fifteen years, I have been traveling with chronic pain– a herniated disk, eye pain, and several foot issues. I have had great leg and back pain. It forced me to alter some of the activities in which I participated. But many of my friends had no idea I was in so much pain. I didn’t want anyone to know because that wasn’t what I wanted to be known for. Ultimately, I learned to cope with the pain until I couldn’t. I even ran a few half marathons because running felt better than walking. Two years ago, I had back surgery. Read more
FOOD AND DRINK 5 Pretty Cafes and Coffeehouses in the Quad Cities Posted on January 12, 2026August 9, 2026 Embarking on our first coffeehouses in the Quad Cities, Steven and I chose Vibrant Coffeehouses and Kitchen as our destination. Housed in a spacious warehouse-style setting, the coffeehouse offered a delightful array of coffee, desserts, salads, and sandwiches. The reasonably priced avocado toast, priced at $4.95, stood out on the menu, and the experience of ordering in the States without breaking the bank was a pleasant surprise. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES A Scenic Thai Stop: How North Cafe Serves Good Food With Better Views Posted on January 10, 2026August 9, 2026 Have you ever made a lunch break on a road trip that is almost as memorable as the destination itself? That’s exactly what happened on our road trip to Chiang Dao in northern Thailand. On the way to our hotel in Chiang Dao, we pulled onto a side road in the middle of nowhere. That’s when we discovered the absolutely stunning North Cafe. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Four Days in Beijing, China: More Than Just the Great Wall Posted on January 7, 2026August 9, 2026 I was a freaking kid climbing those darn stairs– an old one– but a kid nonetheless!! It was something I’d dreampt about my whole life and I’m paying for it now. I can hardly move but it was worth it a thousamd times over for the views, the bragging rights and the exercise!! Look the Mongolian horde… oh no its just the bloody Brits. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES The Premium Economy Seats That Actually Change a Long-Haul Flight Posted on January 3, 2026August 9, 2026 Long flights used to leave me stiff, anxious, and wishing I had made a different choice. Premium economy changed that. It gave me room to breathe, rest, and land ready for the day ahead. After years of long-haul flights, I’ve learned which airlines offer real comfort and which ones only promise it. Here’s what actually matters. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Spend a Perfect Day at Shinsegae Centum City Department Store in Busan Posted on January 2, 2026August 9, 2026 I took my husband somewhere most travelers misunderstand completely. Shinsegae Centum City Department Store in Busan is massive, polished, and strangely calming. We expected shopping fatigue. Instead, we found art, food, quiet spaces, and surprise moments. By the end, neither of us wanted to leave. This place changed how I think about malls and travel indoors. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES My Favorite New Year’s Traditions from Around the World I’d Totally Adopt Here Posted on December 30, 2025August 10, 2026 As the clock strikes midnight, global New Year traditions reflect hope, renewal, and connection. These symbolic practices highlight humanity’s shared desire for fresh beginnings, offering unique ways to celebrate the New Year across cultures. Explore the beauty of worldwide New Year customs and their universal meaning for starting anew. Read more