Milan's Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the largest airport in the northern region. Linate Airport is the smaller, regional airport located in Milan's city center. The commute from Malpensa to Milan City Center is about one hour (49km) and there are several transportation options to choose from: ...
How to Research and Plan a Trip Like a Boss
I love traveling to cities more than once because each trip makes you less of a tourist. By the third visit, I even put away my camera to start looking at the surroundings through my eyes rather than a lens. But when you’re visiting a city for the first time, some level of planning is in order to ...
Eleven Madison Park: NYC Michelin Star Restaurant
Can you figure out the address of Eleven Madison Park? It didn't hit us until we said the name of the restaurant aloud! Eleven Madison Park, a 3 Michelin Starred restaurant, serves contemporary American fare under the helm of chef Daniel Humm. Walking to our table at the end of ...
Per Se: NYC Michelin Star Restaurant
In 2011, The New York Times called Per Se the best restaurant in New York City. After experiencing the tasting menu at this 3 Michelin Starred restaurant, I can swiftly attest to that statement. Per Se is owned by Thomas Keller of French Laundry, Ad Hoc and Bouchon fame. ...
How To Get The Most Out Of Studying Abroad
It’s been what feels like a lifetime since I’ve graduated from university. But to this day, studying abroad in Siena, Italy ranks in my top 3 most memorable life events. I was fortunate enough to share this life experience with 2 of my best friends who also joined the program. In subsequent years, ...
Guide to Blue Lagoon Iceland
Iceland is a unique country to visit and with Iceland Air offering stopovers of up to one week at no additional cost, it's very easy to visit this mystical island. I had the opportunity to visit Reykjavik on a 24 hour stopover en route to the Netherlands. Initially, my trip itinerary included a ...
Rio de Janeiro Itinerary: Saint Teresa, Selarón Stairs, Santa Marta Favela, Corcovado
If it’s your first time in Rio de Janeiro, chances are you would want to see the most iconic attractions Rio has to offer. My friend and I joined a small group day tour in December to avoid the hassles of pre-booking tickets and figuring out directions and transportation. There were only 6 people ...
Brazil Safety Tips
As when traveling to any new city or unfamiliar place, you need to also exercise common sense street smarts in Brazil. In my research for Brazil, I read in many guidebooks that exercising additional caution was necessary in Brazil than in any other city I’ve visited. I stood unconvinced as I've ...
How to Visit Sugarloaf Mountain On Your Own
If you're deciding whether to join a group tour to visit Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar) in Rio de Janeiro or to brave it on your own, I would strongly suggest doing it on your own! We had considered joining a tour to visit Sugarloaf Mountain, but decided to venture out on our own; saving at ...
Dubai Food: Al Hadheerah at Bab Al Shams
If you want to experience an Arabian Nights themed dinner in Dubai, head to Al Hadheerah at the Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa. In a nutshell, Al Hadheerah is a live dinner theatre where patrons dine under the stars. Dinner at Al Hadheerah was one of the highlights of my Dubai visit ...