As one might imagine, watching the sunrise at the Grand Canyon, a United Nations-dubbed World Heritage Site, is nothing short of amazing. Coming in at about 2,000 square miles, the Grand Canyon is truly massive. It’s so big, in fact, that watching the sunrise in one section of the canyon is oftentimes a completely different experience than watching it from another area. Why? The Grand Canyon has a huge variety of terrains and biomes. You can find desert, forest, plateaus, plains, lava flows, cinder cones, waterfalls, streams, and white-water rivers. […]

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MaxTour offers all-inclusive vacation packages to and around the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas. What makes this company stand out from the dozens of others is that all of their tour guides speak fluent Mandarin. Many tourists visiting from Mandarin speaking countries such as China, Taiwan and Hong Kong, often prefer to book tours with Chinese companies. This is also often the case for Chinese-Americans who have resided in the US for several decades like my parents who still feel more comfortable with information given in Mandarin. Having the option […]

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Are you into Culture, History and Art? Winnipeg is the ultimate destination for it all. Though the capital of Manitoba has only a population of 800,000 people, the ethnic and religious diversity makes Winnipeg an incredibly interesting and culturally and artistically enriching city to visit for a few days. Here are 7 cultural stuff to do in Winnipeg. CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS Officially opened in 2014, Canadian Museum for Human Rights is a must visit in Winnipeg. The goal of the museum is to promote thought and conversations about Human […]

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HEARTY BREAKFASTS & MIMOSA BRUNCHES AT: Located in the Exchange District, Clementine Café is one of the most popular brunch/lunch spots in all of Winnipeg. It is a vibrant gathering space for friends to meet, catch up on gossip and enjoy local cuisine. While there are plenty of excellent restaurants in Winnipeg, Clementine Café is clearly a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re in the mood for a healthy breakfast complemented with green juice or a boozy mimosa brunch with fun-loving friends, Clementine Café has something for everyone. […]

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Delicious food, wine, culture, history, outdoor adventures and nature: here is my ultimate Winnipeg travel guide! Ultimate Winnipeg Travel Guide! Winnipeg was once open prairie land, a region that aboriginals used as a trading center long before the arrival of Europeans. Situated at the bottom of the Red River Valley and Assiniboine River, Winnipeg’s landscape is still as beautiful today as it once was. Named the “Chicago of the North”, just 70 miles north of the US/Canada border, Winnipeg is a gateway into western Canada. The name “Winnipeg” derives from […]

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There is a magical land located in the Middle East; it is but a relatively small dot on the map, but has played an enormous role politically and religiously throughout recorded history. This is a place described in the Old Testament as the Holy Land, home to the Israelites. This is Israel – a landscape of deserts, beaches and at times, snow-capped mountains. Israel is a travel destination sought out by a diversity of travelers: the foodie, the extreme adventurer, the history buff, the culture lover, the curious intellect, the spiritual […]

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There is a famous song in the 90’s by TLC which advised not to chase waterfalls, but to stick with the rivers and lakes that you are used to. But what if you could have it all? I believe that we should chase waterfalls, metaphorically and physically. If we don’t chase after waterfalls to places and dreams we aspire for, then how would we ever reach paradise? I set out on a journey to Dominican Republic in June for the first time to a province many have not yet heard of named […]

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One of the most fascinating aspects for me about traveling Internationally is tasting food from different cultures and regions. What we think of Middle-Eastern food in the United States is a generalization of a wide range of countries based upon a few dishes which have become westernized. In actuality, within even one country – there can be dramatic culinary differences based on spices used and preparation styles. The culinary traditions of Jordan stem from Levantine cuisine, sharing traditions and similarities to Syrian, Lebanese, Turkish and Palestinian foods. My favorite experiences in […]

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Japan features some of the finest dining experiences and quality food in the world. Scientists and researchers have discovered that Okinawa, an island off the coast of Japan, boasts the largest population of centenarians in the world. There must be something to the way the Japanese people eat. Sushi was likely introduced to Japan in the 8th century, while the first mention of sushi in the United States eaten by non Japanese was in 1904 by the Los Angeles Herald. The earliest sushi restaurants in the country appeared in Los […]

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Holland celebrated their own King’s birthday (Willem-Alexander) for the 3rd year in a row in April 2016. This fun event is known as “Koningsdag” or “King’s Day” and is held on April 27, a national holiday in the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Two of the Netherland’s largest brands, KLM and Heineken, joined forces to celebrate this special occasion in variety of ways including bringing a lavishly decorated bright orange boat to the canals of Amsterdam. In addition, both companies creatively surprised four KLM customers from around the world, (these are individuals who share […]

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Loreto, located on the Sea of Cortez in Mexico’s Baja California, was one of famous oceanographer, Jacques Cousteau’s favorite places in the world. He first visited Loreto in 1980 and appropriately called it “The Aquarium of the World”. Yet, it remains a hidden gem to many people even to their ‘next door neighbors’ in the United States. Loreto is merely a 2.5-hour flight from Los Angeles. Alaska airlines offers nonstop service from LAX, Westjet offers seasonal non stop flights from Calgary and Aéreo Calafia offers flights to Loreto from select […]

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When in the Swiss Alps, go skiing, when in the Himalayas climb a mountain, when in the Maldives go Scuba Diving. … when in the Negev Desert, go Sandboarding!  I have always preferred the sun over the snow and as a result Israel has always been one of favorite destinations. When I was presented with an opportunity to Sandboard for the first time in my life I jumped at the opportunity. Wouldn’t you?! Think of snowboarding on sand but in a bikini or tank top and without all the heavy equipment. It […]

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Those who have visited Israel, or watched the satirical movie “Don’t Mess with Zohan”, will recognize another side of Israelis – one that is not so apparent unless you have befriended them or come in contact with them. Deep inside, they are a bunch of fun-loving hippies and love life like there’s no tomorrow. It’s all about the Work Hard, Play Hard mentality. That is one of the many reasons I love Israel so much. My third visit to the country was last month. I cannot think of another group of people […]

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Elephants are a significant animal in most Southeast Asian countries including India and Sri Lanka – the meaning of the word ‘elephant’ varies slightly but all comes down to some sort of Good Luck & Good Energy. Sri Lanka has held on to the love of elephants in Traditional & Religious Culture, dating back over 5000 years symbolizing Wisdom, Power & Wealth. It is estimated that Sri Lanka has the highest density of Elephants in Asia. They have been used in war centuries ago, as a means of transportation, for logging/construction […]

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As a native to Southern California and a devoted foodie, I am always on the hunt for quality tasting food and new restaurants to explore. It seems to be an ongoing journey as there are so many neighborhoods within Los Angeles containing a diversity of culinary gems. Turnover rates on restaurants/bars are high as well so it becomes somewhat of a full-time gig to stay updated about the newest hot spots and to continually seek new culinary experiences. Some ‘Eat to Live’, but others simply ‘Live to Eat’. I fall […]

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