This is the second post from my Idaho Road-Trip. This post covers my experience driving Idaho’s Scenic State Highway 75, from Sun Valley to Stanley. Before heading there, we were at the Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve. Read about Craters of the Moon in my previous post, located here. Pin the image below to read the content later and to help other travelers find it too. I appreciate it! From Craters of the Moon, we drove 66 miles (approximately 1h20m) to Sun Valley Lodge for a late lunch. Sun Valley Lodge has always been on my list of hotels and resorts to visit because it w ..read more

Memphis, Tennessee, is a six-hour drive from Atlanta, GA, or a three-hour drive from Nashville, TN. I drove, since flights from Atlanta were very expensive, but if you plan in advance, the best is probably to fly, depending on where you are coming from. I had the opportunity of visiting Memphis for two days, in May 2021, and I had a great time! I believe two days are enough for the main attractions plus some key restaurants, including BBQ spots! I had, though, a long list of restaurant recommendations that I couldn’t go to, but I am sharing below, in case you have more time! Memphis has incred ..read more

This post was edited in June 2021, after my most recent Scottsdale visit. Read more about my experience and Scottsdale hotels’ safety measures. Versão em Português abaixo. I have been to Scottsdale four times, the most recent being June 2021. I have had the chance of visiting and spending nights in different areas: right by Camelback Mountain (Paradise Valley), North of the city (close to Kierland Commons), Northeast of the city (by Fountain Hills), and in Old Town Scottsdale, so I will share recommendations from hotels in each of these areas, restaurants and things to do. Scottsdale fica no e ..read more

This is NOT a sponsored post. Read below my honest opinion on Modsy Online Interior Design tool and how my bedroom turned out to be exactly what I was looking for! If you like what you see and decide to try Modsy, click here for a 20% discount on your design package. What is Modsy? Modsy is an online interior design tool, in which you interact with a designer, via their platform, to design your dream room. In my case, I used Modsy’s services to help me design a bedroom and an office/guest bedroom space, that did not have any furniture beforehand (it was a new home); and my TV room, which alr ..read more

When we are all hopefully vaccinated soon - traveling will be possible again, and I want to continue to visit more American states. I kicked off the year safely visiting the Florida Keys, Florida. Although I had been to the State countless times, I had never visited the Keys. If you don’t have time to drive all the way to Key West from Miami, Key Largo is a super doable day trip - find out more about my experience in Key Largo here. But now, let’s discuss what to do in Key West in two days, including Key West hotels, outdoor activities, the best Key West Beach (in my opinion!), and places to e ..read more

In the fourth post of Hotelier Talk we are going to...the Maldives! And our host, our interviewee, is Laurean Sahilices, Head of Marketing and PR for Pullman Maldives Maamutaa and Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort, hotels from well-known hospitality brand AccorHotels, which has now become ALL - Accor Live Limitless. Laurean has more than 10 years of international experience in tourism and hospitality across New Zealand, Maldives, and Argentina. Amidst all the uncertainties we live in now, I want to highlight the careers of Hoteliers around the world. I am so thankful that social media connected ..read more

Português abaixo. As people start planning trips for 2022, hoping that most of us will be vaccinated by then, I have got some questions regarding my experience visiting Japan. One of the main questions I get asked is “How do I buy tickets for a Sumo match, in Tokyo or in other Japanese cities”? Good news: you can still buy tickets to the Sumo Tournament in Japan in 2022. Here is a screenshot from my go-to website for Sumo tickets, Buy Sumo Tickets, with 2022 dates for the first semester of 2022: How to buy Sumo Match Tickets: Buying tickets is not that hard, but requires planning. I did every ..read more

Planning a weekend getaway to Key Largo, Florida? Looking for a perfect road-trip from Miami or Fort Lauderdale? I got you covered! This post is for people who: (1) want to spend one or two days in Key Largo, relaxing by the beach; or (2) need ideas of places to stop on the drive from Miami to Key West. I will share places that are up to 45 minutes south of Key Largo so that you can have an idea of the things you are able to do while you are in the area. Pin the image below to read the post later. Where to Stay in Key Largo Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection Looking for hotel ..read more

Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park is located in Key West, Florida and is Florida's southernmost state park. Are you looking for things to do in Key West? In this post, you will find more about my favorite Key West beach, the park, and the safety measures it has put in place to ensure you have a great visit. Your Key West vacation won’t be complete without a visit to Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. Safety Measures If you are traveling during the Covid-19 pandemic, you will encounter limited hours, capacity allowed in the park, and amenities. All the Staff and volunteers are working hard t ..read more

Photo above from Blue Heaven Website. Link here. This is my first post about my Getaway to the Florida Keys and I am here to answer the most important question: WHERE CAN I FIND THE BEST KEY LIME PIE (or key lime desserts), in the Florida Keys? At least, that was the first thing I typed in Google when I realized I was going to plan a vacation to Key West. If you have Pinterest, pin the image below. That is extremely helpful because it allows other people to find my content. I appreciate that! So, without further due… here is my Top 3 Key Lime Pies (and cupcakes) in the Florida Keys. Harriett ..read more