There is an endless amount of ice cream shops in New York and it totally deserves its own blog post. I typically enjoy frozen yogurt but since living in New York I have found myself enjoying ice cream more due to the amazing options throughout the city. Read along because you will not want to miss out on these best ice creams in New York! 1. ICE & VICE Ice…
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BEST ROOFTOPS IN NEW YORK CITY
When visiting New York you must visit a rooftop! New York is all about the rooftops, enjoy a delicious cocktail, and take in spectacular views of the best rooftops New York has to offer. To be honest, there’s just way too many opening in the city so I’ve compiled a list of my personal favorite of best rooftops in New York City! *I recommend making reservations online & please check…
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ULTIMATE WEEKEND GUIDE TO PORTLAND
Portland is continuing to gain popularity in recent years. With great food, beer, and awesome sites, you can easily spend a few weekends here. Only an hour and a half flight from San Francisco, I decided to take a weekend trip with a few girlfriends mid-January early this year. Yes, rainy season and it was a little cold but we were lucky to have pretty good weather that weekend! Here’s…
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WHY MALIBU WINE SAFARI IS A DREAM COME TRUE
When I first started seeing photos of Malibu Wine Safari I was intrigued.. Wine + Safari + Feeding Animals?? Don’t have to ask me twice I’m all for it! Malibu Wine Safari will take you on an adventure around a 1,000 acre vineyard and ranch in Malibu on a safari truck. It is open 7 days a week and has multiple tour options. For our very first stop of the tour…
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TAPAS MOLECULAR BAR: GASTRONOMIC DINNER
My boyfriend took me to a 16 course dinner at Tapas Molecular Bar for my birthday while we were in Tokyo. Chef Koichi Hashimoto trained in Spain for two years at molecular cuisine restaurants before joining Tapas Molecular Bar. The menu changes seasonally and provides inventive dishes throughout the meal. You are seated with 6-7 others at the bar and the chef explains every dish to you. The restaurant is…
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CUTE, WEIRD & BEST PLACES TO EAT IN TOKYO
Japan is known for having cute cafes, weird restaurants and one of the most Michelin star restaurants in the world. Here is a full list of everything you will want to eat! Cuteness Overload Shirohige’s Cream Puff Factory is the cutest!! A little out of the way but worth the visit! Inside Diver City Plaza Sanrio store for ice cream and cute Hello Kitty mini pancakes Cafe de Miki with Hello Kitty (has…
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GUIDE TO OSAKA
Osaka is Japan’s third largest city and a great place for a day trip if you’re staying in Kyoto. Most travelers will arrive at Osaka International Airport which is about 30 minutes from Osaka. I arrived around 7am and had an entire day to see the city. WHAT TO DO Osaka Castle Osaka Castle is one of the most famous sites in Osaka. Make sure to go inside the castle. It’s…
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MT FUJI & HAKONE GUIDE
Hakone, Japan – West of Tokyo and less than a 2-hour train ride is a mountainous town that is known for its hot springs and beautiful views of Mt. Fuji. If you only have a day, a day trip is do-able but I highly recommend staying a night and experience a ryokan and all of Hakone. Here’s the perfect Mt Fuji & Hakone guide one everything you need to know.…
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MY RYOKAN EXPERIENCE AT HAKONE GINYU
A Ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn which can be found throughout Japan. The best Ryokans will have onsens (hot springs). Ryokans features tatami-matted rooms, communal baths and serves traditional kaiseki meals. It is an opportunity for tourists to experience the traditional Japanese lifestyle and immerse themselves in the culture. I stayed at Hakone Ginyu which is a member of the Ryokan Collection, a collection of luxury ryokans throughout Japan and located 10…
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JAPAN TIPS & EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Sakura season in Japan is the most beautiful time to visit (late March to mid April)! If you can’t make it during this time, I recommend visiting during the Fall when the leaves starts to change colors. Before visiting Japan I had so many questions about the culture, food, subway system, etc.. I’ve compiled a few tips and everything you need to know before your visit. Hope this helps, because…
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WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN TOKYO
What is the best way to celebrate a 30th birthday? A trip to Japan and no trip is complete without a stop in Tokyo and it was the best birthday ever!! Especially since it was Sakura (Cherry Blossom) season. Typically it only lasts from late March to Mid April. Tokyo is the capital and the largest city in Japan, with over 13 million people! Tokyo is a fascinating city of…
