Vacation day trips are supposed to be glamorous, right? Smooth rides, picturesque views, and a light breeze keeping you cool as you sip on a local beverage. Well, not always. In fact, the best trips aren’t always the most glamorous—but…
Tbilisi, Georgia's capital, is one of those places where the old meets the new in the most spectacular way possible. Picture cobblestone streets lined with colorful houses with wooden balconies, modern glass architecture that screams "future," and centuries-old fortresses looming…
The sun beats down on you, and the salty air swirls in your lungs as you take a leap of faith into the warm, glassy waters of the Persian Gulf. One spritz of the ocean water hits your face, and…
When you first see the "I Heart Petra" sign, know that it's not just a catchy slogan—it's a sentiment you’re likely to share by the end of your visit. Petra is a place that captivates, mesmerizes, and leaves you in…
We’ve all been there—finding ourselves with just a day to explore a new place and wanting to cram in as much as possible. Our latest escapade brought us to Bali, the "Island of the Gods," with only about 24 hours…
Cambodia is a beautiful and mysterious place. It's easy to see why more and more tourists are choosing it as a vacation destination. Jeremy took a solo trip halfway around the world to take in this wondrous place. He has…
A Journey to the DMZ
Visiting North Korea isn't your typical vacation destination, but we went there—or at least, as close as you can get without sparking an international incident. This is the story of our visit to the…
Well, here it is. One of the world’s most intriguing, mysterious, controversial, and yes - even forbidden cities. Beijing.
The Gate of Heavenly Peace
As we stand in Tiananmen Square, it’s hard not to feel the weight of history pressing…
When you think of the Great Wall of China, you probably envision ancient history, grand architecture, and miles of awe-inspiring fortification stretching as far as the eye can see. But what if I told you that this legendary landmark also…
After nearly three full years of stifling shutdowns, COVID-19 restrictions, and quarantines that have taken a brutal toll on business and the world’s second-largest economy, China is trying to get back to normal. A big part of that effort is…