Hoi An Lanterns

One Day in the Ancient Town of Hoi An, Vietnam

The Ancient Town of Hoi An – delightfully colorful in the day, and downright captivating at night. Once known as Faifo, the old town of Hoi An still has influences from the Cham, the Chinese, and the Vietnamese from its time as an important Southeast Asian trading port in the 16th and 17th centuries. This beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site is well worth at least … Continue reading One Day in the Ancient Town of Hoi An, Vietnam

Shinjuku crossing

A Quick First-Timer’s Guide to Tokyo (Part 1)

Tokyo is undoubtedly one of my favorite cities I’ve been to, and for many, it needs little introduction. Steeped in tradition yet at the forefront of modern technology, there’s an electric energy in the air that makes you feel like anything’s possible in the city. I’ve found the people to be incredibly kind and helpful, and the efficiency at which everything runs is jaw-dropping. It’s … Continue reading A Quick First-Timer’s Guide to Tokyo (Part 1)