My husband, Waseem, and I had been in Langkawi for a few weeks, balancing work with slow island life. The rainy monsoon season had kept us indoors most days, but when the clouds finally cleared, we knew it was our chance to experience Langkawi’s famous $8 island-hopping tour. We’re usually DIY travelers, but this tour’s…
The Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival has been a fall tradition for me for years, and it’s truly one of the best fall festivals I’ve experienced. Living in the San Francisco Bay Area most of my life, I’ve attended many fall festivals near me, but nothing compares to the magic of Half Moon Bay. From…
The Blue Angels Air Show is a major highlight of Fleet Week in San Francisco, and as someone who has attended this event multiple times, we can tell you firsthand that the experience is unforgettable. Watching the precision flying and high-speed maneuvers of the Blue Angels over the San Francisco Bay—from our favorite viewing spots…
Boom! You’ve just landed in Japan, a country that’s been on your bucket list for way too long. But wait, what’s that feeling in your stomach? Is it the delicious ramen you had on the plane, or is it the excitement mixed with a dash of nervousness about exploring a new place? Don’t worry, because…