4 Tips for Turning Up Your Tailgate
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Andre Champagne for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. I am a life-long Buffalo fan, and this past Sunday, I ventured over to the Stadium to watch my new-look team take on their arch-rival. Despite the final score favoring the boys from Bean Town, we dominated […]
By Space and Sea – The Future of Travel
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Marriott Rewards Credit Card from Chase for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Curiosity, discovery, and excitement for the unknown are the reasons why I travel. To venture outside my comfort zone and uncover new places stimulates my senses and makes me come alive. […]
Topkapi Palace Tour
The Topkapi Palace was the primary residence for the Ottoman Sultans for over 400 years, so it’s as extravagant as it is historic. Today the Topkapi Palace is a UNESCO world heritage site and serves as a museum for holy relics and significant artifacts. Comprised of four main courtyards and many smaller buildings, at it’s […]
The Historic Hagia Sophia Guide
This one-time Christian Church, turned Imperial Mosque, turned museum, is said to be the epitome of Byzantine architecture. Located just across from the famous Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia is a beautiful structure with equally as impressive history. The incredible city of Istanbul has been home to many civilizations throughout the centuries, and none have been […]
Exploring the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul
In 2014, the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul was listed as the world’s most popular tourist attraction with over 91 million annual visitors. With 61 covered streets and over 3,000 shops, there is literally something for everyone within this amazing maze of consumption. Shopping for everything from lanterns to ladles, its almost impossible to leave empty handed. […]
Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise
Separating Europe and Asia, and connecting the Black Sea with the Mediterranean, the Bosphorus is the lifeblood of Istanbul. It has served a strategic body of water for the Roman and Ottoman Empires alike, and remains a major shipping and trade port. The Bosphorus cruise starts out by passing under the famous Galata Bridge, where you’ll […]
The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey
The Blue Mosque is the quintessential landmark in Istanbul, Turkey. Visitors from all around the world travel to here to witness its architectural beauty, and experience its rich religious history. I recently teamed up with Walks of Turkey to shoot a five-part series around Istanbul – and there’s no better place to start then one […]
The Best Beaches in Northeastern Brazil
Warning: Northeastern Brazil is very dangerous – There is a 25% chance you will get lost, there is a 50% chance you will get sunburned, and there is a 75% chance you won’t want to leave – be very careful. The main culprit behind these scientific statistics (that I made up) is the never-ending coastline […]
Inside the Minds of Millennial Travelers
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Marriott Rewards Credit Card from Chase for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Why do we travel? What are we looking for? What makes us happy? For me, I travel to interact with people, experience cultures, and have life-changing adventures. I follow the concept […]
Wyndham Dream Destinations
Where do you dream of traveling to in 2015? Looking for an entertainment-filled excursion in a city like Orlando, New Orleans, New York City, Las Vegas or Williamsburg? Or maybe you’d prefer to simply enjoy the amazing scenery around you in Phoenix, Hawai‘i, Mexico, Colorado or Utah. Wyndham Vacation Resorts is looking for your input […]