What would you expect to find in a town with 400 Asian restaurants and just 210,000 people, 65% of Asian descent? You’d find some of the best Chinese food this side of, well, China. Richmond, a suburb of Vancouver, is home to a large population of Asians who settled here in the late 1970s (they translated Richmond to “Rich Man”) and opened restaurants because they missed their food from home. So how does a small …

There’s a reason people love to travel to Mexico. For me, I’m torn between the beautiful beaches and the authentic Mexican food. Puerto Vallarta is one of my favorite spots in Mexico. It is home to my favorite Puerto Vallarta restaurant, some really fun food tours, and tons of really unique activities. Take This Taco Tour in Puerto Vallarta Vallarta Food Tours offers some really great experiences. We took the nighttime taco tour. If you’re …

Most visitors flock to Lake Como in hopes of catching a glimpse of the island’s most famous resident, George Clooney. But many are missing out on what is truly the region’s most impressive lake, Lago Maggiore (Lago is lake in Italian). I lived in Milan for several years and this was always my favorite day trip. Over the years, I’ve recommended choosing Lake Maggiore vs. Lake Como. People thank me for introducing them to this …

If you’re looking for the best all-inclusive resort in Mexico for families, head south of Cancun to the Riviera Maya. I visited the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort and found it to be the perfect destination for those families looking for a mix of fun and tranquility. I felt like a kid again at this resort with ziplining, bowling, miniature golf, and a mini theme park, and that’s why I know families will love it. Where …

Wellness travel is certainly hot right now, and I hesitate to call it a trend because I truly hope it’s here to stay. Wellness means different things to different people, so defining your unique style of wellness travel is key. It could be as simple as staying at a resort that offers yoga and fitness classes, indulging in spa treatments, or immersing yourself in local healing practices. Alternatively, you might seek a transformative weeklong program …

Retired or thinking of retiring, or simply leaving a full-time job, but you still want to have some extra cash? If you’re a woman over 50, you may be looking for ways to earn a little extra income while staying flexible, finding purpose, and (hopefully) enjoying what you do. Whether you’re retired, an empty nester, or just ready to take on something new, these side hustles for women can be a great way to have …

I come from a long line of sleepers. I can remember being in high school and while my friends were up late chatting on the phone, I went to bed at 9pm like my parents. I’m proud to say that I’ve raised two kids, now 28 and 30, who value sleep over a social life. We’ve all heard it—sleep is essential, and especially as we age. But getting quality sleep – and especially deep sleep …

True confession: I’m a diva when it comes to travel. I like full-service hotels, I like to have a very detailed itinerary (that’s why I created this site – to share my OCD planning tips), and when I fly overseas on an overnight flight, I must have first class flights with a lay flat seat. Who the heck sleeps sitting up? But I’m also not a millionaire or lottery winner. So I guess that makes me a …

Have you succumbed to the guilt trip of those dog food ads telling you to feed your dog fresh, human-grade food? As an obsessive dog mom, the idea has certainly piqued my interest. I have tried a couple of them, but with an 85-pound Labrador Retriever with a humongous appetite, I’d go broke with most of those subscription-based products. We know that fresh, whole foods are better for us as humans, but is homemade dog …

True confession: an African safari was not on my bucket list. Not because I didn’t want to go, but the logistics of planning such a trip were dizzying for me. Long (and expensive) flights. Health and vaccination requirements. Logistics of getting around in a foreign country. Not knowing the African safari hunt cost. Not to mention finding someone to mind the pets for an extended period. But when my brother suggested this as a special …