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What I Wore in Thailand

When I packed for Thailand, I already knew that pulling off an outfit would be a struggle. On one hand, I wanted to respect the culture and keep things conservative. Temples and crop tops don't exactly mix. On the other hand, Thailand's unforgiving hot and humid weather would want…

How to Become a Frequent Flyer Ninja: Tips for Obtaining a Multiple-Entry Visa in Japan

Jan and I absolutely love Japan. The first time we went there, we stayed for 8 days. And let me tell you, 8 days in Japan is like getting one sushi roll when you want the whole platter. We tried to cram everything in— ramen in Tokyo, temples in Kyoto, USJ in Osaka, deer in Nara, beef burg…

Photo Diary: Our First Family Trip to Singapore

A few weeks ago, Jan and I were in Thailand. And while writing about our experience at the Grand Palace in Bangkok, it dawned on me—I never wrote about our trip to Singapore last July 2023. How could I have missed that? We've been to Singapore twice before, and the third trip was espe…

The Historic City of Ayutthaya

I love watching watching documentaries about ancient cities—their mysteries, their cultures, and the stories they tell through the remnants of their architecture. So when I had the opportunity to visit Bangkok, I couldn't let the chance to actually stand in the ruins of a city that on…

J.U.N.K.

Since having kids, Jan and I have struggled to find time for just the two of us. Our best moments alone often consist of quick meals in a parking lot. As much as we wanted to travel as frequently as before, it wasn’t in our cards to travel this year because, as I mentioned in my previous …