Is there anything more charming than waking up in Savannah and searching for breakfast or brunch? I think not. Fortunately, Savannah is rife with hundreds of lovely restaurants that all produce amazing, decidedly local first meals– but which ones really capture the flavors of the South in their breakfast offerings? That’s a matter of fierce […]
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The 5 Best Hikes on O’ahu (Incredible Views You Need To Experience)
The island of Oahu has some of the best mid-range hikes in all of Hawai’i. While the best hikes on Oahu aren’t always obvious to outsiders, locals know that apart from Stairway to Heaven– a fabled, dangerous, and technically illegal hike that you should not attempt– social media and the Internet forums are making many […]
An Insider’s Guide to the Big Island of Hawai’i (15 Amazing Things To Do)
The biggest island of Hawai’i, also known as “Big Island”, is celebrated for its epic volcanoes, beautiful hiking, crystal-clear stargazing, world-class snorkeling, and of course: Kona Coffee. While most visitors to the Hawaiian islands head to O’ahu or Kaua’i (which are smaller and easier to navigate) the Big Island is a true gem for outdoor […]
This Cool Scientific Survey Accurately Identifies Your Character Strengths
I was first directed to the VIA Character Strengths Survey in the course of taking Dr. Laurie Santos’ class, The Science of Well-Being, which is the most popular course ever offered in Yale‘s 300-year history. As part of an initial happiness assessment, Professor Santos directed us to this character strengths test as part of a […]
A Gorgeous Guide to Tulum, Mexico (15 Beautiful, Must-See Gems)
Tulum, Mexico is a beach-bums paradise that is now one of the trendiest places to vacation in Mexico– and with good reason. This charming little slice of Mexican bohemia is mostly known as a chic oasis where people go to live slow and take a breather from faster-paced lives elsewhere. In recent years, the word’s […]
10 Cool New York City Workouts (According To Insiders & Locals)
When I first moved to New York after college, one of the things I loved most about the city was the incredible array of boutique fitness offerings. Categories of gyms and fitness programs I had never even heard of before– like aquacycling and megaformer pilates– caught my interest. Previously, I was a runner, a yogi, […]
The 8 Best Breakfast Spots in Honolulu, Hawaii
Honolulu is the great food mecca of O’ahu, where all of the island’s best restaurants are located. When considering dining options in the city, most people immediately think of cocktails, seafood, and ocean views– but where to get the best breakfast in Honolulu? The answer to that question will depend on who you ask, but […]
The 5 Best Places to Buy Hawaiian Shirts on O’ahu
Looking for a good place to buy authentic Hawaiian shirts on Oahu? The traditional Hawaiian shirt– also known as an “Aloha” shirt– is a very special, if divisive garment. In the 1950’s and 60’s when travel to Hawai’i first became popular among mainlanders, many Americans embraced the shirts as symbols of exotic travel, souvenirs representing […]
The 9 Best Breakfast & Brunch Spots in Charlottesville, Virginia
The best breakfast and brunch spots in Charlottesville, Virginia reflect the decidedly locavore ethos of this charming foodie city. From farm-to-table touchstones and classic greasy spoons to European-inspired bakeries and international cuisine, Cville offers a great variety of breakfast dining options– as long as you know where to look. Between the cosmopolitan influence of the […]
15 Cool Bucket List Things to Do in Northern Virginia
Northern Virginia is something of an enigma to people from outside the state. Those who don’t understand what “NoVa” means have a hard time understanding why super cultured, super liberal, beautifully landscaped Northern Virginia– aka “NoVa”– is so different from the rest of Virginia, which is much more rustic, agrarian, and rural by comparison. This […]