Nomad Travel Couple
If you’re considering your first trip to this massive mountain city, you’re probably asking: Is Chongqing worth visiting? Absolutely, but with caveats. After our many visits to China including the last 2 months that we spent here, visiting Chengdu, Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, Lijiang, just to name a few, Chongqing just didn’t have that same substance. We […]
If you’re planning your first Zhangjiajie itinerary, this guide covers all the logistics, how to avoid the massive crowds, things to do in Zhangjiajie, as well as the surrounding areas, and honest advice from our recent trip a few weeks ago. Like most travelers, we did a ton of research—watching YouTube videos, reading Reddit posts, […]
Planning your Chengdu itinerary? Rob and I just returned from an unforgettable trip packed with giant pandas, spicy Sichuan food, and centuries-old history. Our last trip to Chengdu was a few years ago, so we have a lot to update you on. In this guide, you’ll find our full Chengdu itinerary (1 day, 3 days […]
Visiting Tibet had been on our bucket list for years, but nailing down the exact moment—the best time to visit Tibet—felt like solving a complicated riddle. We had a miserable memory of a previous trip to the Himalayas where we saw nothing but heavy grey clouds (our old guide just pointed and said, “that is […]
Lijiang and the Yunnan attractions nearby completely blew us away. After spending a good amount of time exploring, we’re confident that Lijiang Ancient Town ranks as the most beautiful China city we’ve ever visited—even after traveling extensively across the country. The charm of Lijiang lies in its winding lanes, gentle canals, breathtaking views, and delicious […]
How can a city feel like it’s from the distant future and the ancient past all at once? That’s the magic of Shanghai. But the city’s most stunning contradiction might be how much it has changed. We’ve been visiting China for years, but our recent trip—our first to the mainland in about five years—was a […]
Ni hao, fellow adventurers! Planning a trip to China? It’s a land of incredible contrasts—ancient temples next to futuristic skylines, steaming street food stalls under glowing neon lights—but it’s not the kind of place you can just show up and wing it. If you want your adventure to run smoothly, you’ll need the right China […]
People always ask me for my favorite city, and after traveling to 196 countries, my answer is always the same: Rome. It’s the city I called home for a year, and the one I keep coming back to. I’ve learned that finding the best neighborhood to stay in Rome will define your trip—it’s the difference […]
Okay, let’s be real, November gets a bad rap. It’s that awkward “in-between” month—summer is a distant memory, and the full-blown festive season hasn’t quite kicked off. For travelers, figuring out where to go in November in Europe can feel like a gamble with the weather gods. But honestly? We absolutely love it. After years […]
Rob and I have been bouncing around the globe for 35 years now. We love the big, iconic sights, but what really gets us excited are those local secrets you stumble upon when you take a wrong turn. In this Lisbon travel blog, we’re skipping the main tourist circuit and sharing the real magic. We […]