Architecture in Cuba: the emblematic buildings of Havana

Colonial architectura Plaza Vieja Old Havana

This past September, I started an exciting project working with Insight Cuba - the leading provider of legal Cuba travel for Americans - as their freelance Social Media Manager, as well as a contributing writer. As I prepare to visit Cuba in the next few months, I am writing a series of posts on Cuba's emblematic culture. Given my passion for architecture, I was fascinated to learn about the diversity of architectural styles of Havana. Going past … [Read more...]

Why go cruising?

MSC Splendida

Every year, thousands, even millions of holiday-makers jet off on cruise trips to various parts of the world. Some are short, local affairs; others are long luxury cruises with multiple ports of call and endless onboard facilities. Ever since I can remember, I thought cruises are boring and targeted to an older age range. Which is why I was never too eager in going on one. Being stuck on a boat all weeklong didn’t sounds too appealing. … [Read more...]

Postcard from Cancun

Cancun hotels

Ok, so Cancun … I don’t love it. Yes, the sand is fine, the waters are blue and the sky is always bright, but it is too spring break-ish for my taste, and you know, a bit too commercial. I would much rather prefer Playa del Carmen, another popular Mexican destination, and Cozumel and Tulum, that have an undeniable charm. That being said, Cancun makes for a perfectly decent Caribbean vacation. I found it to be quite safe, and very well … [Read more...]

Barbecue and bonfires in Turks & Caicos

4th of July dinner Turks & Caicos

How was everyone's Labor Day? I remained in NYC, and with no sun in sight, my mind wandered to 4th of July, spent on a beach in Turks & Caicos. Seven Stars Resort in Providenciales hosted an amazing "BBQ & Bonfires" beach party on their Deck. I can only assume something similar took place this Labor Day. Guests were invited from 6:30 to 9:30 to a night of barbecue-buffet, a generous assortment of dishes and desserts, as well as … [Read more...]

The colors of Turks and Caicos

Turks & Caicos beaches

"I’m not the biggest fan of lay-on-the-beach-only type of vacation," I was saying in my previos post Pure bliss in Turks and Caicos. However, I have always wanted to see Turks & Caicos. The colors I discovered upon arriving, were to say the least ... breathtaking ... at two ends of the spectrum: the serenity of the azure waters and pure white sands against the liveliness of the bold red and fuchsia flowers and popping Caribbean … [Read more...]