Best Time to Visit Iceland
June – August So is there a best time to visit Iceland?! Well, I first went to Iceland few years back in the summer. While the sun shone almost everyday, it was also definitely windy and cold. I recently went back to Iceland in September and it was realllly cold! It also snowed, and hailed. […]
Iceland by Campervan
Introduction I’ve always wanted to travel around Iceland by campervan. So when my friend Gillian said she’s doing that in Iceland , how could I not join?! This was my second time visiting Iceland and it seemed like a good idea especially because the Fagradalsfjall volcano also erupted in March, after lying dormant for 800 […]
Cruise Trip: Is it Safe?
The cruise industry says a cruise trip is safer than other vacations right now. But let’s be real, is a cruise trip really safe? My mom and I were recently invited to attend the inaugural launch of Royal Caribbean’s brand new ship, the Celebrity Apex and following is my honest assessment of the pros and […]
8 Beautiful Day Hikes in Washington State
Hiking in Washington I have been wanting to explore hikes in Washington State for a long time! While hiking in California (where I am from) has been amazing, I decided to spend 10 days in Washington State this past August. Choosing what trails to hike is difficult because the state has 3 national parks, a […]
The Best Hike in Washington
Before the pandemic, I traveled largely to epic international destinations for hiking. From hiking Macchu Pichhu in Peru to the 10-day Tour Du Mont Blanc in Europe, I sought out mind-blowing scenery. The pandemic however forced me to recreate in my own backyard and little did I realize that I have access to stunning hikes […]
Hiking in Glacier National Park
I’ve lived in the States for 30 years but have never been to Montana. I finally went last week for the very first time to see Glacier National Park. Many have told me this is their favorite national park in the States. While I didn’t get to explore the entire park, there are four hikes […]
Backpacking Guide for Beginners
I didn’t grow up backpacking in the outdoors. I grew up in a city in India. When I immigrated to the States with my parents as a teenager, they were too busy trying to re-build their lives and I was too busy trying to adjust to a new culture. Therefore, as an adult, going backpacking […]
The Best Day Hike Snacks
This is a sponsored post on best day hike snacks written by me on behalf of ADM. All opinions are 100% mine. I never used to cook before the Covid-19 pandemic hit the world in 2020, but during much of the lockdown, like everyone else, I was forced to stay home. And as gyms and […]
Destination Guide: What to Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel is a rather unique seaside town in Northern California. In a setting that feels far removed from the real world, tree-shaded streets are lined with lovely Victorian buildings and little storybook cottages. It’s the perfect 48-hour getaway from San Francisco. Whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend with your significant other or a short […]
Destination Guide: Santa Maria Valley
I’ve lived in California for 30 years and had no idea there was a gem of a place called Santa Maria Valley just few hours away from my home in San Francisco! Santa Maria Valley is located on the Central Coast in northern Santa Barbara County and San Luis Obispo County, and it’s an up-and-coming […]
