After walking around the Alamo and Riverwalk, it was time for lunch. A buddy of mine used to live in San Antonio, so I turned to him for dining recommendations. And for course, his recommendation was to get out of downtown San Antonio and head to the Smoke Shack. … [Read more...] about Review: Smoke Shack San Antonio
Trip Reports
4 Epic Singapore Cocktail Bars
We visited 4 epic Singapore cocktail bars. This post takes you on our accidental self-guided cocktail tour - aka the best night ever in Singapore. A Little Context First some background on how we stumbled upon, and literally, stumbled off of our accidental cocktail tour. In March 2017, we returned to the States from our winter in Thailand for our semi-annual friends … [Read more...] about 4 Epic Singapore Cocktail Bars
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana San Antonio
Pizza isn't the first thing you'd think eating of when visiting Texas. But, thanks a bourbon hunting adventure and a TV show, it's what I ate my first night. But ordinary pizza this is not, this is Dough Pizzeria Napoletana. … [Read more...] about Dough Pizzeria Napoletana San Antonio
San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter
The purpose of my visit to San Antonio was to attend a conference. And, of course, since the conference took place at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter, this is where I stayed. If I were traveling for leisure, though, I likely wouldn't have chosen this hotel. … [Read more...] about San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter
American Airlines LAX-SAT Embraer E175
My journey to San Antonio continues! Following my first flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles, I had one more flight to the Lone Star State. And believe it or not, but this flight would represent a few firsts for me. … [Read more...] about American Airlines LAX-SAT Embraer E175
Waikiki Yokocho Gourmet Restaurant Alley
Good food, especially at decent prices, can be difficult to find in tourist districts. It doesn't matter if you're in Times Square, San Antonio, Anaheim, or Waikiki, there's a lot of bad to be had. But that doesn't mean all your dining options in these areas are bad. Waikiki especially has been getting better in recent years. And of one my favorite spots to grab a bite in … [Read more...] about Waikiki Yokocho Gourmet Restaurant Alley
Exploring Cambodia – A Guide to 5 days in Angkor
Are you thinking about exploring Cambodia? We spent 5 days in Angkor/Siem Reap in January 2017. Spoiler alert...We LOVED it! Here is our trip with tips and suggestions for your visit to Angkor and Siem Reap. A Guide to 5 days in Angkor About Cambodia is a country rich in culture, history and tragedy. In-spite of the Khmer Rouge regime (led by Pol Pot) in the not so far … [Read more...] about Exploring Cambodia – A Guide to 5 days in Angkor
Papaya King + Alaska Air EWR-SEA
Our last day in New York was a mad rush. There was much we wanted to do, but little time to do it all. So, after our early morning visit to Momofuku Milk Bar, we headed to Papaya King. … [Read more...] about Papaya King + Alaska Air EWR-SEA
Wineries: Man O’War Vineyards Waiheke Island
One of my favorite wineries on Waiheke Island is Man O'War Vineyards. The rugged drive to the "other side of the island" is well worth it to reach this isolated and beautiful beachfront winery on the Man O'War Bay. We stopped here on our visit to Waiheke Island in September 2015. Man O'War Vineyards Why: Delicious wines, great outdoor space and amazing views of the … [Read more...] about Wineries: Man O’War Vineyards Waiheke Island
Review: New York Sweets & Treats
Most of our Big Apple Adventure was free of junk food. Usually its because by the time we ate our amazing meals, we were too full or busy to get more food. But, during our final two days in The City, we made it a point to check out some New York Sweets. … [Read more...] about Review: New York Sweets & Treats