The days of cheap, greasy buffets are long gone. These days, tourists flock to one of the many stylish, grand buffets on the Las Vegas Strip. With so many amazing buffet spreads available, which one should you possibly choose? If you’re…
The Hype is Real: Lotus of Siam in Las Vegas
Atmosphere: Casual | Budget: $ Let me just start this post about Lotus of Siam (Thai restaurant in Las Vegas) by setting the stage with a couple of quotes…. “So the question isn’t whether to go—you should (run, don’t walk)—it’s…
Bucket List: Walt Disney World
I’ll be the first to say that Disney World is not for everyone. It’s crowded, can get very expensive, and some would say….feels artificial. But if you grew up a Disney kid like myself, then you forget about all of…
Top 10 Foods to Eat at Pike Place Market
At a glance, Pike Place Market may seem like the typical tourist market, filled with magnets, postcards, and kitschy souvenirs. And yes, there are those. But there’s also so much more. If you’re visiting Seattle, Washington and happen to stop…
Why You Should Stay in a Japanese Ryokan
If you read my Kyoto Travel Guide (see here: Highlights of Japan Part 2: Kyoto), you know that my husband and I had the opportunity to stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan during our visit. It was an amazing experience…
Where to Eat: Bar Melusine in Seattle
Atmosphere: Casual | Budget: $$$ There’s no shortage of seafood in Seattle – it’s one of the best places in the world to get fresh salmon, dungeness crab, scallops, and oysters. But if you want great seafood AND want to…
7 Days in Taipei (A Food Lover’s Paradise)
Length: 7 Days | Budget: $ Taiwan is a contradicting place – here is a country that practices democracy yet manages to maintain much of the historical and cultural traditions of mainland China. Walking through the city, you’ll see a…
Highlights of Japan Part 2: Kyoto
Length: 7 Days | Budget: $$$ We spent a total of 7 days in Japan. This blog post covers part two of that week – our time in Kyoto. To check out the first half of our trip, check out…
