Solo Travel: Redefined (Part Two)

I decided to turn these posts into a series of three. The first prior to my travels, the second during and the last will come after I’ve returned home. I wanted to reflect, mid-week, while this is all fresh in mind! And, what an experience it has been…more amazing than I could have ever imagined.…

How To Avoid Sunburn And Eye Strain While Traveling This Summer

The sun is out—and so are the bodily conditions and problems that stem from it. Summer is supposed to be a fun time filled with traveling and hanging out with family and friends, but the effects of the sun can quickly ruin everything if we’re not careful enough.  Don’t let the sun steal all of…

Solo Travel: Redefined (Part One)

I am currently writing this blog post a few days out from my first official solo adventure. And, I am not writing it from the perspective of someone who is single and/or traveling ‘solo’ to join a group experience. Don’t get me wrong – I have a special place in my heart for group travel…

7 Hidden Gems of Miami You Have to See

For most visitors, Miami is the epitome of instant gratification – feather-like climate, immaculate beaches, legendary nightlife, gorgeous humans, culture, and an entertainment hotspot. The locals beg to differ; there’s more to this city than meets the eye. Underneath its sunbathed surface lies the true identity of Southern Florida; you just need to know where…

Don’t Travel for Happiness, Travel for Joy

I want to begin this article by clarifying a few important keynotes regarding the difference between happiness and joy, as well as the type of travel I am referring to. Joy is cultivated internally, whereas happiness is externally triggered. Joy is more long-lasting and it exists inside each one of us – waiting to be…

New Jersey’s Culture: Might Be More Unique Than You Think

New Jersey is more than just New York’s less popular little brother. The Garden State has a unique culture that fulfills a variety of America’s needs.  The New York Giants and the New York Jets call New Jersey home. One of the greatest TV dramas ever made, “The Sopranos,” was set there. The program gave…