Dreaming of swaying palms and turquoise waters but don’t have a passport? Join the club! After spending the past three years exploring America’s tropical escapes (tough job, I know), I’ve put together this guide to the best tropical destinations right here in the US. My last trip to the Florida Keys in February 2024 confirmed…
After three trips to Amsterdam in different seasons (most recently in October 2024), I’ve experienced the city in all its moods—from the euphoria of spring tulips to the cozy charm of winter cafés to the festival madness of summer. Timing your Amsterdam trip can dramatically change your experience in this gorgeous canal-lined city. Let me…
After living in Hong Kong for two years and returning for multiple visits (most recently in October 2024), I’ve experienced the city in all its seasonal moods—from the oppressive summer humidity that had me changing shirts three times a day to the gloriously crisp autumn hikes with views that made me forget my aching legs….
After three epic trips to New Zealand spanning different seasons (most recently in February 2024), I’ve learned that timing can make or break your Kiwi adventure. I’ve shivered through unexpected South Island snow in “summer,” gotten sunburned in autumn, and experienced four seasons in a single day more times than I can count. Let me…
After spending the last three Decembers hunting for winter sunshine across America (most recently in December 2024), I’ve become something of an expert on escaping the cold without needing a passport. There’s something deeply satisfying about texting a snow shoveling selfie to friends back home while you’re lounging by a pool in shorts and a…