Whimsical tales of travel & lifestyle
I've read hundreds of interviews with avid travelers, but none quite as fun as the Travel Friday Memory series by The Travel Tester. I had the pleasure to be interviewed by Nienke, in which I discussed how and where I used to travel as a child and what has changed since. I really enjoyed answering her questions, and going down memory lane. If you want to have some laughs, check out my vintage pictures from back in the day. Technology has … [Read more...]
We caught Roni Weiss from RW Social, producing the first edition of the New York Travel Festival, to get the scoop on how the idea came to life and what to expect from an inaugural travel consumer show for the young tech-savvy urbanites. Monica Suma: How did the idea of the New York Travel Festival come upon? What sets it apart from the other consumer travel festivals? Roni Weiss: After going to a variety of standard consumer travel … [Read more...]
I had left NYC hundreds of time before, and never had I seen such a clear Manhattan skyline. I was in awe and still am. The skyscrapers, the blue waters, the city that stands for achieving one's dreams - stood right in front of me, below, as I was departing towards San Francisco. The second I landed into San Fran, I knew we had chemistry. The lovely architecture, the warm Californian climate, the elevated streets - for some strange reason … [Read more...]
It's been featured in countless movies, celebrated in numerous events and talked about endlessly; the world-famous Empire State Building in the city that never sleeps needs no introduction, for it has stood proud and tall since 1931 and continues to do so. After the tragic 9/11 events, it re-became the tallest building in New York City for eleven years, up until the Freedom Tower claimed that status last April. Named after NY State's nickname … [Read more...]
Ever wanted to easily record a sky-dive or a trapeze flying session? To capture a moment that happens within a split of a second? And then instantly share it with your friends and family? I always have, and as a picture and video addict, I cannot wait to get my hands on Google's latest genius invention: Google Glass. In some ways it reminds me of Siri. You ask, it answers. Thai for noodles? No problem. What time's your … [Read more...]
I'm a travel writer, blogger and social media maven that can't sit still. I'm inspired by all things creative, always accompanied by my camera.
