Tag: unique stays

  • Life Aboard a Phinisi: Sailing Komodo

    Life Aboard a Phinisi: Sailing Komodo

    We were 12 travelers from all over the world, meeting for the very first time. Our group was made up of a solo backpacker from Brazil, two Aussie sisters, an older couple from Germany, their adult son, a young couple from China, best friends from Denmark, me and my husband…

  • Sailing Komodo: 4-Day Liveaboard Adventure

    Sailing Komodo: 4-Day Liveaboard Adventure

    I recently spent four days aboard a phinisi, a traditional Indonesian sailboat, sailing Komodo. Believe me when I tell you, it was one of the most surreal, soul-filling experiences I’ve ever had. Here’s what it was like, what I learned, and why you should absolutely add this to your bucket…

  • Treehouse in Hawaii: A Hidden Treasure

    Treehouse in Hawaii: A Hidden Treasure

    As someone who grew up surrounded by nature, loving the outdoors comes naturally to me. It’s no wonder I fell in love with this century-old banyan tree in Hawaii. The tri-level home built among its branches truly creates a haven of serenity unlike any other. I’ll just go ahead and…

  • A Bubble Hotel: The Best Kept Secret in West Texas

    A Bubble Hotel: The Best Kept Secret in West Texas

    I took a road trip through West Texas and ended up in a Ghost Town on the outskirts of the Chihuahuan Desert. There are no commercial airports in this remote location and cell service can be next to impossible. As inconvenient as that sounds, I found it absolutely thrilling! But…