On rainy days here in NYC I often find myself dreaming of a faraway place, and it’s usually. Just recently I took my first journey to Japan and I am already eager to go back. Japan is an incredibly special place oozing with cultural, mind-blowing food, as well as crafts and customs that make this …
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Tokyo, Japan – Sakura Dinner at the Andaz Rooftop
Sakura matsuri, or cherry blossom festival, is recognized all over Japan in April — but with such a short bloom period (just a few weeks), locals and visitors are forced make the most of the splendid show for as long as possible. Not only is sakura the national flower of Japan, the cherry blossoms also …
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The Maldives – 5 Tips for Surviving the Long Flight
Hello from the Maldives, friends! Can you believe that I finally made it here? Sometimes you have to go the ultimate distance to get to the ultimate destination. It surely is one heck of a journey to get here, but I can promise you that it is worth every minute of travel time from New …
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Tokyo Disney – 5 Things You Should Know Before You Go
As an adult woman (with no children), I am not ashamed to proudly state that I went to Tokyo Disney and enjoyed every damn minute. When I initially planned our trip to Japan, a visit to Disney was definitely not on my radar. Why in the heck would I want to visit Disney without little …
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Tokyo, Japan – Exploring Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park
A visit to Japan during Cherry Blossom season, or Sakura Festival as the locals call it, is absolutely mind blowing. The vibrant colors, contagious energy and fascinating Japanese culture facilitated what will forever be one of the best trips of my life. To help fellow travel lovers plan ahead for future experiences in Japan, I …
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India – 10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Shreyas Retreat
Big goals for 2018? Are there changes you aspire to make in the New Year? Perhaps you are eager for a fresh start after a personal challenge or loss in 2017 – death, divorce, career turbulence, midlife crisis, or some other source of adversity that has you feeling a bit off. I want to start …
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Ubud, Bali, Indonesia – Inside The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
Today on Ladyhattan I am sharing an insider travel experience at one of the most amazing forests in the world – The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. Located in Ubud on the island of Bali, you will find a nature preserve and Hindu temple complex inhabited by hundreds of wild monkeys. Yes, hundreds of highly entertaining …
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Bali, Indonesia – Suite Life at the Banyan Tree Ungasan
I love featuring hotel recommendations for travelers and friends looking for something out of the ordinary – something worth the splurge. Often times I orchestrate travel plans not necessarily for a specific destination, but for a chance to experience what a certain hotel has to offer. In all of my travels I always find that …
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