DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES What You Need to Know Before Visiting Byukchoji Gardens in Paju, South Korea Posted on June 13, 2026August 3, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters It was 6:05 and the ajusshi, an elderly man at the entrance of the Byukchoji Gardens, was friendly but didn’t allow me to enter. We spent too much time cafe hopping– the botanical garden in Paju closes at 7:00 pm, and the last tickets are sold at 6:00 pm. The next day, we arrived early in the morning. As expected, the ajusshi recognized me and reached out to shake my hand. Steven stayed in the car while I packed up my camera gear and umbrella. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES What Makes Chiang Mai, Thailand, a Destination You’ll Fall in Love With? Posted on June 13, 2026August 3, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Chiang Mai is essentially Thailand’s second city – the smaller, more relaxed answer to the madness of Bangkok and the chill space sans the Phuket beaches. It was once the capital of the Lanna Kingdom, but now is a major draw for backpackers and travelers of all kinds, not to mention older ex-pats, humanitarians and digital warriors. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Thailand Adventures That Will Change the Way You See the World Posted on June 11, 2026October 9, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Thailand gets talked about so much that it’s easy to wonder if it still lives up to the hype, especially if you’ve seen the same beaches, temples, and street food shots a hundred times already—but the real question isn’t what it looks like online, it’s what it actually feels like when you’re there, moving from one place to the next, and whether it still delivers on everything people promise, so before you decide, take a closer look at what keeps pulling people back. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Why it’s Easy to Fall for Medieval Italy: San Gimignano, Matera, and Ravello Posted on June 8, 2026August 6, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Italy is home to countless historic towns and villages that have preserved their medieval charm through the centuries. This blog invites readers to step back in time and explore Italy’s lesser-known historic havens. From the fortified walls of San Gimignano to the ancient pathways of Matera, we’ll guide you through destinations where history is alive and well-preserved. Read more
BLACK WOMEN WHO TRAVEL Visiting the Legacy Museum in Montgomery Alabama: What You Need to Know Posted on May 27, 2026August 5, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Visiting the The Legacy Museum and The National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama became one of the most emotional travel experiences I have ever had. Through powerful exhibits, historic spaces, and haunting memorials, the experience confronts America’s painful racial history in ways that feel impossible to ignore or forget. Read more
SLOW TRAVEL & LIVING ABROAD Leaving America: 6 Real Reasons to Move Abroad Posted on May 19, 2026August 8, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Leaving America isn’t about rejection—it’s about choosing a different lifestyle. This post explores how living abroad can offer balance, affordability, and freedom from constant stress. It’s about building a life of your choosing—one rooted in peace, purpose, and the courage to start fresh somewhere new. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Ubud, Indonesia: Jungle Views, Rice Terraces, Cafes, and Balinese Culture Posted on May 18, 2026August 6, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Ubud surprised me. One minute I sat in traffic behind scooters, then minutes later I listened to frogs beside rice fields. We spent days exploring temples, cafes, markets, and jungle views while learning why so many travelers come here searching for rest, creativity, wellness, and a different pace than home. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Best Things to Do in Bali: Top 10 Destinations You’ll Love Posted on May 13, 2026October 25, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Bali surprised me in ways I never expected. What started as a quiet getaway quickly turned into volcano hikes, jungle temples, monkey forests, rice terraces, and unforgettable meals. This post shares the places, food, and experiences that made Bali feel exciting, spiritual, chaotic, beautiful, and impossible to forget. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES OinK: 15 Fun, Strange, and Only-in-Korea Experiences You’ll Never Forget Posted on April 23, 2026August 6, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters I thought I understood South Korea before I arrived, but within days I realized I did not. The rules felt different, the rhythm felt faster, and the small details kept catching me off guard. Some moments made me laugh, others made me stop and rethink everything I thought I knew about daily life. Then one experience changed how I saw the country completely, and I still think about it. Read more