Things to Do in Hanoi

How to Spend Two Days in Hanoi

If you are heading to Vietnam for the first time, the capital of Hanoi is a less intimidating initiation to Vietnamese city life than high-energy Ho Chi Minh City in the south. Sure, dodging...

Top Five Places to Visit in Vietnam

I had the pleasure of visiting Vietnam, back in 2017. At that time I had no experience traveling to an Asian country, and really had no idea what to expect. Landing in Hanoi I was instantly greeted...

Travel Interlude: The Only Black Person on The Planet (Sapa)

I would like to note that this blog piece is specific to my experience in northern Vietnam; specifically Hanoi, Cat Ba, and Sapa. There are plenty of people of color who have traveled to these...

Hiking Rinjani via Sembalun: A Wild Ride of Sweat and Tears

Let me say this upfront: Mount Rinjani is not just a mountain it's an emotional rollercoaster. This hike isn't just about walking up and down. It's a full on movie experience: drama (legs dying...

A Guide to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is one of Uganda's finest national parks and is home to the endangered Mountain Gorillas in Uganda. Bwindi National Park is a diverse tropical rain forest park...

Top 5 Things to do in Australia in December

Australia in December is an absolute treat! The country is buzzing with holiday spirit, summer adventures, and stunning natural wonders that make it a dream destination. While the rest of the world...