In case you did not already know, I am a part-time fitness instructor. And as part of our travels, I had the unique experience of helping open an indoor cycling studio in Brunei. Now you might be asking yourself “Brunei? Huh? Where’s that?!” and you are definitely not alone. It is one of the world’s smallest countries (about the size of Delaware!), …
When we arrived in Kandy, we were a bit overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle. Kandy is Sri Lanka’s second largest city and is alive with shopkeepers, restaurants, and tuk-tuks winding through the streets. We were thankful to find our hotel, The Theva Residency, located on the hillside just 2 kilometers outside of the city. It is the perfect spot …
As health nuts, it might surprise you that until recently, we had never gone on a wellness retreat. This is even more surprising given that we hail from San Francisco, where yoga studios are constantly offering up packages all over the world. But when we have traveled in the past, we preferred to do things on our own schedule and …
If you are visiting Sri Lanka, there is a good chance you will want to stay in a beach town for part of your visit. While there are a few hotel options to choose from, make sure to add Lime & Co to your list. The ambiance at Lime & Co can best be described as “boutique on a budget.” Located near Kabalana …
So you want to visit the French Riviera? Well if you’re like us (meaning you don’t own a mega-yacht) you might be thinking this area is out of your price range. Well lucky for you, our short weekend travel guide details a way to visit without completely destroying your bank account. Head to Nice, and either use it as your …
As you’ve probably noticed, Portugal is having a moment. Tourism is booming and it is easy to see why given its beautiful beaches, historical architecture, and delicious food. Its capital, Lisbon, is no exception and is now experiencing a wave of new hotels, restaurants, and museums, making it the perfect place to visit on your next trip to Europe. …
Long-touted as the “Paris of South America,” Buenos Aires is a huge metropolitan city that has a little something for everyone. But given its sheer size, it can be slightly overwhelming to narrow down what activities are a must. So after spending an amazing ten days in this fabulous city, we have compiled our favorite activities into one list: Visit …
A meal without wine is breakfast. We wholeheartedly live by this slogan. Being from the Bay Area, we have been spoiled by the close proximity to Napa Valley and the wonderful wines it produces. Because of this, when we first arrived in South America, we admittedly were disappointed with the limited selection that was available. We remained optimistic, however, because …
As the name entails, Peru Hop is a hop-on, hop-off bus service operating within Peru and Bolivia. It starts in Lima and ends in La Paz (or vice-versa) and they offer a variety of pass combinations to hit cities in between. The service is geared towards travelers and backpackers looking to follow the notorious “Gringo Trail” while promising safety, flexibility, …
When we travel to new places, one of Mike’s favorite things to do is seek out the local cuisine, typically from an old lady hustling from a street cart at midnight, while Tara is usually the first to order a local libation. And Peru was no different. Enter in, the pisco sour. This delicious cocktail can literally be found at every …