What to Book Ahead of Time in 2024 // Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo is one of the world’s top 10 most visited cities, and for good reason — there is an endless list of things to do. But with all the visitors in the world trying to go to the same 20 places, things get booked out far ahead of time. So I’ve compiled a list to help make booking popular destinations for your trip a little bit easier.
Le Palais: Taipei’s Longest-Standing 3 Michelin Star // Taipei, Taiwan
Located on the top floor of the Palais de Chine hotel, near Taipei’s Main Station, Le Palais was Taiwan’s only only three-star Michelin restaurant for five consecutive years. Despite hoping the restaurant would live up to the hype given that it’s run by a Hongkonger (aka, my people), it only lived up to three-star standards in price, not in flavor or creativity.
Eating in and on Clouds at Restaurant A // Taipei, Taiwan
The most anticipated restaurant opening in Taipei in 2023, Chef Alain Huang’s Restaurant A opened late last year and serves fine-dining French food made with Asian techniques and influences.
Thailand meets Taiwan at COAST // Taipei, Taiwan
COAST is a modern restaurant in Taipei, combining Southeast Asian flavor with Taiwanese ingredients. Coast is part of MMHG (MUME Hospitality Group), a group led by Michelin-starred chef Richie Lin that is quickly becoming a favorite in Taiwan. We enjoyed our experience at Michelin-starred Mume last April, and M (wisely) surprised me with a dinner at Coast for Valentine’s.
Château Royal d’Amboise // Loire Valley, France
Amboise was such a cute town, and the food was amazing. In the center of town is Château Royal d’Amboise, which you should definitely make a stop at.
Château de Chambord // Loire Valley, France
When you think of fairytale castles, Chateau de Chambord is the picture-perfect embodiment of that dream. The largest and most majestic of the castles on the Loire, this should definitely be on your itinerary if you’re in the area.
Everything You Need to Know for a Hot Air Balloon in Loire Valley // Travel Tips
The best thing we did in the Loire Valley was convince my mom to join us for a sunrise hot air balloon ride. The morning we went, there was dense fog and mist from the night before, making for jaw-dropping views as we saw the fog rising from the towns and gathering over the Loire River.
The Ultimate 7-Day Itinerary // Loire Valley, France
The Loire Valley, often referred to as the “Garden of France,” is a picturesque region west of Paris, known for its stunning chateaus, charming villages, and world-class vineyards. Here’s a week-long itinerary to make you feel like a prince or princess, king or queen.
How to Hire a Moroccan Tour Company // Morocco
If you find the prospect of planning a trip to Morocco yourself overwhelming, an organized tour is perfect for you. Here is how you should think about choosing and hiring a tour company for a life-changing trip to Morocco.
18 Things You Must Know Before Visiting Morocco // Travel Tips
Visiting Morocco for the first time can be a little overwhelming. Here are 18 things you must know before going to Morocco, including how to avoid scams, how to avoid food poisoning, and how to navigate a taxi.
The Perfect 14-Day Itinerary // Morocco
While you may have a great time in the country in just a few days, you’ll want to spend two weeks the incredible diversity that is Morocco’s geography. If you’re planning a 14-day adventure, here is your perfect itinerary.
La Grande Table Marocaine // Marrakech, Morocco
La Grande Table Marocaine is the prized jewel of Royal Mansour’s restaurants, and though we’d already had 12 days of Moroccan food, we had to try this restaurant, if only to visit the renown property. What did we think? Was it worth the premium? Read on to find out.