Erika Bisbocci
Erika is an avid traveler and explorer of over ninety countries on six different continents. Since 2011, she has spent time studying Arabic in the Middle East, teaching English in Namibia and working as a flight attendant for a major US airline. When not traveling overseas, she loves exploring her own backyard in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
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Two Days in Luang Prabang: A Backpacker’s Utopia
The UNESCO-recognized World Heritage city of Luang Prabang, is the undeniable hub of tourism in the tiny, landlocked nation of Laos. A city of bougainvilleas, baguettes and outstanding natural beauty, this charming Laotian town rests at the convergence of the Nam Khang river and the mighty Mekong—giving Luang Prabang a stunning setting amongst lazy waterways and verdant peaks. Like a smaller version of Chiang Mai, but with a decidedly French flair, it is a place where backpackers come to recharge for a few days, and end up spending weeks. While Laos may…
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A Perfect Three Day Inle Lake Itinerary
Myanmar may still seem off-the-beaten-path when compared with its Southeast Asian neighbors, but you wouldn’t know it during a visit to Inle Lake. Inle Lake is—along with Yangon’s Shwedagon Pagoda and Bagan’s temple-strewn plane—a major draw for international travelers to Myanmar. Hemmed by lush green hillsides and picturesque villages, the placid waters of the lake are home to floating gardens, Buddhist stupas, and communities built on stilts. Inle Lake is a place that is at once enchanting and serene, magical and breathtaking. Yet, it is also a place that elicits a…
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Visiting the Bagan Pagodas in Myanmar
Bagan’s pagoda-studded landscape is a history-lover’s wonderland and a highlight of travel to Southeast Asia. The archeological site a testament to the powerful kingdom that once presided over ancient Myanmar. Bagan’s 26 square miles seem to extend as far as the eye can see. Its towering stupas—numbering in the thousands and scattered about the Bagan plane—rise out of the dense jungle, as if piercing the sky. Bagan isn’t exactly a household name, but it is one that should be on your radar if you’re a lover of ancient history. The…
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One Day in Yangon Myanmar: Land of Golden Pagodas
Myanmar is a land of shimmering stupas and crumbling pagodas. The country is home to ancient ruins, vibrant cities, friendly people, and beautiful nature. Yet, despite housing some of the great attractions in Southeast Asia, the country has only recently opened its doors to international travelers. For years, Myanmar’s repressive military junta cut the country off from the rest of the world. And as a result, the Land of Golden Pagodas became a sort of black hole on the map of seasoned travelers. But times have changed and the Burmese…
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How to Spend 4 Days in Baja California Sur
Baja California Sur, often called “Baja Sur,” is a sun-drenched peninsula extending from Mexico’s western coast like a wayward thumb. This narrow Mexican state occupies the southern half of the Baja California Peninsula. It is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, where the desert meets the sea. From the cactus-studded Sierra de la Laguna mountains to the crystal-clear waters of the Sea of Cortez, the region boasts stunning scenery, colorful Pueblos Mágicos, windswept beaches, and secluded bays. Four Day Itinerary for Baja California Sur I’ve visited Baja California on two…
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Exploring Marvelous Melbourne: A Two Day Itinerary
Sydney may be famous for its natural harbor and world-class Opera House, but Melbourne is Australia’s hot ticket city. It is trendy, it is hip and it is buzzing with life. I’d often heard people rave about Melbourne during my travels. “You’re gonna love it there,” they’d say. And yet, though everybody seemed to love Melbourne, few could articulate exactly what it was that made Australia’s second largest city so special. Thus, even before setting foot on Australian soil, I knew I’d enjoy Melbourne. I just wasn’t really sure why. And so, after a week…
