Author Archives: Penelope

4 Days in Doha Itinerary

Total Days: 4 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in West Bay, Doha | Transportation: Taxis and some walking | Traveled: With a girlfriend| Type of Trip:  Treating yourself to Middle Eastern culture and food | Highlights:  Souks, Desert Safari, Al Thakira Mangroves Forest DAY 1  At a glimpse:  A quintessential Doha dayTravel agenda: Once you’ve made […]

Why you should go to Doha instead of Dubai!

Doha, the capital of Qatar, is the “little sister” city to Dubai.  While Dubai offers ample accolades and record-breaking landmarks including the best hotel, tallest building and largest mall by total area, visitors in Doha won’t be disappointed with the Arabic-inspired architecture, waterfront sand dunes and authentic Middle-Eastern attractions. Not the largest in the world, […]

Lessons Learned in the UAE

Tips and interesting facts to read before traveling to Dubai or other parts of the UAE! Dubai is a show-off. The city currently holds the following records: tallest building, largest indoor ski resort, best hotel, largest flower garden, largest performing fountain and the list goes on. Residents are so wealthy they have buildings erected so […]

Dubai + Abu Dhabi Middle Eastern Economical Adventure

Total Days: 6 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in Downtown Burj Dubai and Abu Dhabi | Transportation: Taxis mostly, a public bus to Abu Dhabi | Traveled: With a girlfriend| Type of Trip: Experiencing Middle Eastern culture, food and some striking landmarks | Highlights:  Souks, Desert Safari, Mosques The slightly adjusted itinerary, with a reasonable amount of luxury, because it’s all relative when you’re in the city of opulence!  If […]

Dubai + Abu Dhabi Middle Eastern Lavish Adventure

Total Days: 6 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in Downtown Burj Dubai and Abu Dhabi | Transportation: Taxis mostly | Traveled: With a girlfriend| Type of Trip: Nothing but the best | Highlights:  Souks, Desert Safari, Mosques The more extravagant itinerary option, because, when in Dubai! If you don’t need the extra pampering or elaborate dinners, check out this itinerary instead. DAY 1 At a glimpse:  A feast for […]

A Proper Bachelorette Party in New Orleans

Six reasons why you should have a Bachelorette in New Orleans. And why it’s possible not to make it all about partying. 1. Never a dull moment!  You don’t have to stay up until 4:00AM Saturday night to party (if you don’t want to).  Prefer day drinking on Saturday afternoon or partaking in a Sunday […]

Must-do activities in New Orleans that aren’t Bourbon Street

Eat your heart out! NOLA’s food scene has blown up in the past few years.  It is home to some of the world’s best cuisine and chefs. Below are some of the items you should try when you’re there: Alligator: is served a variety of ways and the fried alligator at Cochon, alligator cheesecake at […]

A Long Weekend in New Orleans Itinerary

Total Days: 3 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in CBD or French District | Transportation: Mostly walking, some Ubers and a streetcar ride | Traveled: Girls trip|  Type of Trip: Exploring the city during the day, good food, live music and drinks at night| Highlights:  Garden District tour, jazz on Frenchmen Street, kayaking in the bayou This is an itinerary for those who want an authentic […]

Everything You Need to Know for a Trip to Point Reyes and Tomales Bay

West Marin is the largest rural region of Marin County. When heading to see the coastal sites or road trip for oysters, it can get confusing because Marshall, Point Reyes, Tomales Bay and Bodega Bay are all used interchangeably. Let’s set the record straight! Point Reyes Station Point Reyes Station is the main hub in […]

5 Days in San Francisco Itinerary for First Time Visitors

Total Days: 5 Days | Accommodations: Recommend the Washington Square Inn or a hotel in Nob Hill | Transportation:  Lots of walking and urban hiking, Uber and a car rental for 36 hours | Traveled With: Sister and brother in law | Type of Trip: A whirlwind of walking to the best landmarks and excellent […]