Just came back from my fabulous Puerto Rico trip. Third time in this wonderful country but I’m still enamored as ever. Maybe I’ve gotten older. My perception changed. And my appreciation is much stronger. Nonetheless, a summer trip is always needed. That still hasn’t changed. We took an overnight flight to San Juan and landed…
Grand Rapids Photo Diary
Last week, I spent a few days in Grand Rapids for a much needed spring break. It was my first time in Michigan and I was more than happy to check it off my list. Only a three-hour drive from Chicago, Grand Rapids was a great mini road trip destination. We enjoyed exploring the city…
The Art of Staycation
As much as I love jetsetting, sometimes what I really need is a staycation. Truth be told, I’ve been feeling burned out and I have spent the last two months dealing with winter and being sick. Naturally, the travel itch needs to be scratched, but moreso, I need to unwind. Between last-minute planning and travel…
Top Ten Popular Posts
I’ve gathered ten of my most popular posts ever for the last ten years. It’s been a roller coaster ride, but I’ve always enjoyed sharing my experiences. As I was reading some of these, I realized a lot has changed and I might need to update these. But that’s the beauty of it. That was…
City Guide: Weekend in Chicago
Chicago is a great weekend destination. It is big enough to be a global city, but small enough for exploration.
Bar Goa
Chicago Restaurant week came and went by like a bullet train. I’m glad I got to hop on and try something new. With only a limited window of time, I was determined to have brunch that would leave me feeling accomplished and satiated. Bar Goa, an Indian gastropub in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, was the…