I was the type of kid who would get more excited about going to the book store than the toy store—I’ve always loved to read. The problem is, as I’ve grown older, I haven’t dedicated enough time to indulge myself in getting lost in a...
We love bringing mementos from our travels into our home, but there just isn’t enough space to buy something on every trip, which is why photographs are some of our most treasured keepsakes. It is also why we have always enjoyed creating photo books from...
The Everglades cover a large portion of Florida's southern half and are a stark contrast to the perfectly groomed cities nearby. Teeming with wildlife and rugged landscapes, the Everglades are home to alligators, a large variety of birds, fish, frogs, turtles and so much more. One...
Although Nashville is certainly the go to spot for all things county music, this certainly isn't the only thing that the city has to offer. Thankfully for us, we have a cousin attending college in Music City, so when we were passing through, we couldn't...
Japan is a country that will overload your senses, but at the same time leave you with a feeling of tranquility. The commotion of the city mixed with the calming nature and reverence is a juxtaposition that just works. I fell in love with Japan and...
Small pieces of sushi slowly glided by as my mouth began to water. Wanting to see the choices before snatching up my first pick, I waited, carefully analyzing my options. Almost every piece looked delicious, and finally I plucked a plate from the constantly rotating...
It was the most bizarre scene we had ever laid eyes on. We exchanged glances and laughed, wondering what exactly we had gotten ourselves into as we stared at the sensory overload in front of us. A whirlwind of bright lights, dancers, robots, and thumping...
Steam was rising from the onsen, but the hot spring had a different kind of occupant than you would normally find. This hot spring was filled with monkeys. Escaping from the cold, some monkeys sat and soaked with a pensive stare while others groomed and...
Staying in a traditional ryokan is just one of those quintessential Japanese experiences that you can’t miss when exploring Japan. A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn, typically with tatami-matted rooms, sliding doors and communal baths. It is common courtesy to remove your shoes and...
Just because Tokyo is the largest city in the world, it doesn't mean that the entire city is concrete and congested. Yes, it is busy and crowded, but there are many places within the city where you can go for a bit of nature, peace...
Tokyo is the world's largest city, and although it can be quite overwhelming at times, I fell in love with Tokyo all the same. Everything was so incredibly different from what we are used to, and I found myself in a constant state of confusion,...
A night market that’s filled with steaming bowls of soup, plastic crates as chairs and the hum of energetic patrons swirling through the air. Small, back alleys are dotted with shops and restaurants have lines out the doors. It’s everything you would hope to find...
