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November 29, 2024

Wonderful Stay at InterContinental Osaka (Osaka, Japan)

My journey through Japan concluded in Osaka, often dubbed the hip, younger sibling of Tokyo. Known for its dynamic food scene, underground shopping hubs, eclectic..

November 17, 2024

Sublime Tea and Desserts at Saryo Tsujiri Daimaru Tokyo (Japan)

If you ever visit Tokyo and crave a dessert that’s delicately sweet, creamy, jelly-like, cake-y, and refreshing on a sweltering autumn afternoon, make your way..

November 16, 2024

Maana Homes Kiyomizu Suite: Luxury Stay in Kyoto with Culture & Cuisine (Kyoto, Japan)

Maana Homes’ Kiyomizu Suites offer apartment-like accommodations in a peaceful neighborhood at the heart of Kyoto. Maana Kiyomizu stands out as a hidden gem, surrounded..

November 10, 2024

Experience Japanese Charm at &Here Tokyo Ueno Hotel – Across from Ueno Park (Tokyo, Japan)

My stay at &Here Tokyo Ueno was absolutely delightful. Visiting in mid-October, I found this newly opened hotel (March 2024) to be the perfect blend..

June 19, 2024

Creative Greek Cuisine at Vassilenas (Athens, Greece)

I’ve finally made it to Athens, Greece. This city was one of my planned travel destinations (I was supposed to go there in March 2020)..

April 6, 2024

Çırağan Palace Kempinski (Istanbul, Turkey)

There are many palaces in Istanbul but you can stay at what was a former royal residence – and that would be at Çırağan Palace..

March 2, 2024

Amazing Dinner with Views at Ulus 29 Restaurant (Istanbul, Turkey)

Ulus 29 could easily end up in any shortlist of “Istanbul’s Most Amazing Restaurants With a View”. Located on lush slopes of a city park..

December 31, 2023

Dinner at Serica Restaurant, The Bank Hotel Istanbul

Dinner at Serica Restaurant is an interesting take of what Turkish cuisine with creative global influences to modernize the food. Don’t worry, the food is..

December 29, 2023

The Bank Hotel Istanbul, Turkey

I finally made it to Istanbul, Turkey. This trip was supposed to happen back in May 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic spread like wildfire and..

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September 30, 2023

Amazing Voyage with Holland America Line’s Nieuw Statendam

I had my first voyage or cruise trip ever with Holland America Line. They graciously invited me for a 7-day cruise in late April 2023...

May 30, 2023

Lunch with a Stunning View at Il Giardino at Hotel Eden (Rome, Italy)

It has been about 6 years since I’ve dined at Hotel Eden’s Il Giardino except then I had apertivo at their handsome bar. This particular..

May 30, 2023

Elegant Dinner at Ristorante Moma (Rome, Italy; 1* Michelin)

Last month, I went on a 7-day cruise with Holland America (if you have checked out my Instagram, you might have seen some images and..

April 19, 2023

Comfortable Stay at Lumen Hotel Lisbon

A friend and I visited Lisbon back in November and for a few nights we stayed at Lumen Hotel. We’ve decided to stay there because..

January 4, 2023

Atemporal – A Dreamy Boutique Hotel (Lima, Peru)

When I visited Lima, Peru for the first time in October 2022, I was astonished by the beauty of the city as my Uber driver..

May 3, 2022

Fantastic As Ever at Restaurant David Toutain (2* Michelin)

I’ve been a fan of Mr. Toutain’s very modern, creative takes on French food for many years. His food is beautiful and poetic. Some dishes..

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