Northern vs. Southern California – what’s the difference, and which one truly reigns supreme? It’s a debate — a rivalry if you will — that is hotly contested by those of us born and bred in California. The two (or three, I’d argue), parts of the state are distinct from one another in so many […]
How to Maximize your TEAMLAB PLANETS Experience (2023)
If you enjoy art museums, interactive science museums, pretty lights, music, or the pleasing effect of symmetry, teamLab Planets in Tokyo delivers. teamLab is a consortium of artists, programmers, engineers, CG animators, mathematicians, architects and graphic designers. They pool their talents to create interactive works of magic straddling the line between the beautiful, the captivating, […]
Is FareDrop Worth It? I Tested It to Find Out
Is FareDrop worth it? I’ve been using the Global Pro for several months now, and friends, I have thoughts. The following is everything you need to know before choosing to pay for the annual membership. What is FareDrop? FareDrop is an airline fare deal finder that functions as an app, website, and/or email newsletter. You […]
Mott & Bow Review (2023) – The Best Travel Jeans?
Are Mott & Bow jeans worth buying? Are they comfortable, versatile, and, most importantly: are they good for traveling? I decided to give Mott & Bow’s jeans and shirts a try, and put them to the test by stretching, jumping, climbing rocks, and even subjecting them to the ultimate snag. Here’s what I found: Last […]
20 MUST KNOW Azores Tips – Your Ultimate Guide
1. The Azores are a Green, Volcanic Landscape The Azores struck me with how lush they were. From the far eastern islands to the western ones, they were an intense green I’d only otherwise seen in Ireland and New Zealand, mixed with dramatic volcanic landscape I’d only seen in Iceland and the Faroe Islands, plus […]