ALOHA from Oahu island of Hawaii! What better way to spend your birthday than laying low in hawaii? That’s the very reason I booked my birthday trip and decided to stay at the most instagrammable and hip hotel on the island – The Laylow, Autograph Collection. On this trip our main agenda was relaxation and pampering ourselves, and that’s exactly what we experienced here. 

The Laylow is Marriott’s Autograph Collection luxury hotel in waikiki, located very conveniently near all good restaurants, shopping areas and most importantly – the beach. The hotel isn’t beachfront, but Waikiki beach is just a short walk from here and we walked there for the sunrise every morning. One thing I noticed very specifically is that in addition to providing top-notch services and amenities, their staff is very friendly and they know how to make their guests feel at home! 

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In the city that was named the world’s 10th most Instagrammable place, there is definitely no shortage of Instagram-worthy places! I am in love with all that Chicago has to offer and amused by the caliber of photo opportunities in this windy city. Whether you’re looking for an iconic Chicago shot, touristy spots or a hidden gem, this post will give you plenty of options to choose from Chicago’s variety of landmarks, murals, bars, bridges, and rooftops and even serve as a perfect guide to customize your own itinerary.

1. The Bean / Cloud Gate

Have you really BEAN to Chicago if you don’t have a picture with The Bean? This huge shiny bean-like sculpture by Anish Kapoor is one of the most photographed spots in Chicago and let me tell you, VERY crowded. So if you are aiming for a shot without people lurking in the background, you better get here super early, possibly before 7am. The reflection of Chicago’s famous skyline in the early light makes the effort worth it.

Address: 201 E. Randolph St., between Michigan Ave & Columbus Ave Chicago, IL 60602

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After spending a year in home quarantine and just dreaming of traveling to new places, we booked our flight to Maui… whaaaaattt!!! We were thrilled to finally tick off another island of Hawaii from our bucket list. Why did we choose Maui? Because it has the best of  both worlds – mountains and beaches! From stunning beaches and dramatic volcanoes, luxurious resorts to relaxing spas, fresh meals and unbelievable landscapes – Maui has it all! Well, first thing first, since I am taking you all on this virtual Hawaiian journey, let’s learn some words in the Hawaiian language. “Aloha” means Hello and “Mahalo” means Thank you! 

Now that you have mastered those words, pack up your swim suits and sundresses, book your flights to Hawaii, and use this Maui guide to craft your perfect Maui itinerary! But first, a whole lotta logistics!

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2020 is not the year for traveling for sure, but we all have been dreaming about it all along. This in fact is the best year to enjoy stay-cation, explore the parts of our own city which we usually take for granted. Being tourists in our own city is very exciting and I recently got a chance to enjoy luxury retreat in one the finest hotels in the city, Four Seasons at Embarcadero. This is the new hotel of Four Seasons, right in the middle of SF downtown, giving panaromic views of the city.

Location 

San Francisco feels like the future, but pieces of the city will always reflect its past. Even though San Francisco is relatively tiny in size, it can take hours to get from one side of the city to another on public transportation thanks to ridiculous hills and traffic. That’s why I always recommend any of my friends who are visiting the city to stay in the downtown, preferably closer to Embarcadero. Staying at the Four Seasons Embarcadero was such a convenience, we stepped out of the hotel and all the touristy spots and some of the best restaurants were just a walk away. 

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The word “Havasupai” means “people of the blue-green waters”. Imagine a place consisting of multiple waterfalls cascading into mystical pools of aqua-blue water, shining brightly over lush, perfectly contrasting orange canyons! Well, that is Havasupai – one of the greatest places in the world! 

A little bit about Havasupai

Havasupai village is isolated from the world and accessible only through this long-tedious-yet-super-adventurous hike or by helicopter. This entire area is known as Havasupai Indian Reservation and Havasu Falls is one of the five waterfalls located in this area. Havasupai region is governed by the native tribe known as the Havasupai Tribe. The Supai village, located on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, is currently the most remote village in the United States. All of their supplies are provided via helicopters or mules.

To reach the waterfalls, there’s a strenuous 10 miles hike to the Havasupai Campground. From here, there are further hikes to multiple waterfalls. However, day-trips into Havasupai are not permitted, and each visitor must have permits and reservations to the campground. The hike to Havasupai Falls is not a random hike that anyone can do without any preparation. The key to making this hike memorable and successful is proper planning and preparations. So, let’s start, shall we?

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