At the tailend of my three week trip in Japan, I did get to see the start of the color change in the fall leaves in Ena, Hakone, Kyoto, and Tokyo. When the sun set, the light reflection gave the tops of the trees an iridescent red glow giving me a preview of what’s toContinue reading “Back Home in Time for Fall Colors”
Category Archives: Asia
The Art of Being a Flâneur
I recently read the article, The Art of Being a Flâneur, describing a way of traveling through leisurely strolls, wandering aimlessly, or serving as a “passionate spectator.” It prompted me to reflect on my own past travel experiences and travel style. If it’s a city I’ve never been to, I often like to fill myContinue reading “The Art of Being a Flâneur”
Taj Mahal
Since I woke up at 2:30 AM, my brain was only half functioning off of 3 hours of sleep. Cherry, Stewart, and I were in one car. Maureen and Jade were in the other car. As we were speeding ahead against traffic, we wondered if Maureen and Jade were in the same predicament. The driverContinue reading “Taj Mahal”
Impromptu Trip to India
Last week I traveled to India for a work conference in preparation for peak travel. Airbnb is gearing up for a busy summer. We also took the opportunity to meet the India team in Gurgaon. I was excited that I was asked to go by my boss and former manager. I took the Asia routeContinue reading “Impromptu Trip to India”
Planning Bhutan
I was very fortunate to get a referral from a friend who’s traveled to Bhutan. Gera recommended her friend Xinyi and sent me to Nima’s company, Best Bhutan. She had traveled with this company for both of her trips to Bhutan. It did take me a few months going back and forth. Originally 2 friendsContinue reading “Planning Bhutan”
Why Bhutan?
Paro Taktsang also known as Tiger’s Nest Monastery
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