Over the years I’ve spent hundreds of hours planning my own vacation itineraries. I’ve poured over blogs, books, review sites, NYT 36 hours articles, and carefully curating recommendations from friends. I have a passion for travel planning. My hope is that others (like you) can benefit from my research, too. If you identify as an adventurous, foodie-focused, culture-curious, active traveler, who loves to walk then you will love these itineraries. Enjoy!
14 Days in Japan
(2019). This itinerary flies in & out of Tokyo, and includes 5 days in Tokyo, 2 days in Hakone, 4 days in Kyoto, and 2 days in Kanazawa. I did this itinerary in the heat of August summer - the humidity was real! Ideal time of year is cherry blossom season (April / May), though you’ll fight the crowds + higher prices.
8 Days in Oaxaca, Mexico
(2019). This is a itinerary that truly explores Oaxaca de Juarez (the capital city) at a leisurely, low-stress pace. 8 nights all sleeping in the same location in city center, with a handful of half day trips into the rural parts of the state. Enjoy the best of Oaxaca: its incredible burgeoning foodie scene, and its three main productions: mezcal, chocolate, and coffee!
2 Days in Tilghman Island, Maryland
(2020). Much-needed weekend jaunt we took in the middle of COVID, just outside of Washington, DC along the Maryland bayside. Safe, distanced, delicious, scenic, and relaxing!
2 Days in San Luis Obispo, California
(2020). This university town is often overlooked by California locals and visitors alike, but has a lot to offer - horseback riding, cliffy beach hikes at breathtaking Montana de Oro State Park, university walks, and healthy local cuisine!
5 Days in Santa Barbara, California
(2020). Santa Barbara offers so much — sandy beaches walking distance from downtown, combined with great food and wine, especially for the health lover. Plus driving distance can very quickly get you to one of many spectacular hikes or wineries in the surrounding area.
5 Days in Maui, Hawaii
(2018). This was our honeymoon, so Maui will always have a special place in my heart (just Maui’ed). This itinerary was done with a 30-something couple interested in getting a flavor of a little bit of everything in Maui (surf, sand, food, hikes, scenery).