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31/12/2016

In 2017, check out Thailand and Southeast Asia. Malaysia and the Philippines are also high on the list of MUST SEE countries but first get to Thailand.

Happy to help with all your travel plans!

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12/12/2016

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Looking for a quick bite? Try one of these spots.

I have a few favorite spots right now that I head to when I am in the mood for a quick bite or crunched for time and need some nourishment. Bull McCabe’s- This is a really great spot during the we…

09/12/2016

When traveling, hang out with the locals as much as you can. If you can hitch a ride in one of these bad boys, you hit the jackpot.

26/11/2016

Oh Thailand

It really is that HOT 365 days of the year here. We visited both main land Thailand and the islands in November and every day it was 90+ degrees. It’s also super humid all year around, so everyone …

17/11/2016

Chiang Mai Yee Peng Festival. Put it on your bucket list!

20/10/2016

I love Airbnb and use it everywhere I go. In just a few short weeks, I will be in Thailand and using airbnb in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Koh Pha-Ngan.

As I prepare for this trip, I want to share a link to a short article I wrote a few months ago on how to score the perfect spot on airbnb!

http://www.recommendedroute.com/how-to-pick-the-right-airbnb/

Airbnb is my go-to and pretty much the only accommodation I use nowadays. For me, hotels are a thing of the past and Airbnb is now. Airbnb’s are not only cheaper 99% of the time, but in most cases,…

16/10/2016

My highly recommended October obsession: http://www.recommendedroute.com/healthy-delicious-macro-bowls/

I love EVERYTHING about macro bowls. Not only are macro bowls absolutely delicious but they are really filling AND healthy. They are also super fun to make because you can get really creative with …

20/09/2016

If you haven't taken advantage of the cheap airfare to Iceland yet... You must. This place is too unreal.

19/09/2016

Check out the latest: Tips on finding the best restaurants in your area.

http://www.recommendedroute.com/how-to-find-a-great-place-to-eat/

Picking a really great place to eat is not as easy as people might think. In my opinion, it’s not just the menu you should be looking at, but the write-ups in magazines, online forums, and the revi…

03/09/2016

Packing for a trip doesn't have to be stressful ... Keep it simple.

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Stressed. Stressed is what most people feel when they are packing for a trip and have one small suitcase to work with. I know there are times when I still sit and ponder how the hell I was going to…

24/08/2016

Sneak peak of our accommodation on the island of Koh Pha-Ngan has me all sorts of pumped up for this upcoming trip! Blog post on packing essentials for a few week getaway coming soon.

29/07/2016

Because I am so into smoothies and everything blended in a bowl...

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Juice Union// www.thejuiceunion.com Soon I will be a Union Square resident and I will be a regular at this cute little juice and smoothie bar. Not a place to hang due to limited seating but the per…

29/07/2016

#2 Local beer, bowling, and amazing pizza

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Flat Bread Company// flatbreadcompany.com Yes, this place is a gem. The pizza is fabulous and they get bonus points for having a non-dairy vegan option for pizza and dessert. You can’t go wrong wit…

28/07/2016

#3 Goes to a solid sandwich spot.

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#3 Blue Shirt Café// www.blueshirtcafedavis.com I am a loyal customer of this joint. It’s not easy to find a sandwich shop in the Boston area that serves up sandwiches that are consistently fresh a…

27/07/2016

#4

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#4 Winter Hill Brewing // winterhillbrewing.com A new brewery in the area and a new love of mine. First of all, thank you Winter Hill Brewing for being pretty much the only joint in the area to of…

26/07/2016

5 straight days of my Top Somerville Picks. One recommendation for good grub, drinks and vibes every day.

First up.
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I have been living in Somerville for three years. Three years! I can’t believe it. With that many years under my belt, I have totally scoped out some of the best of the best places to eat, drink, a…

28/06/2016

Got back from Southern California a week ago and I am day dreaming about all the seriously good eats from this trip!

Check them out here: http://www.recommendedroute.com/delicious-spots-in-southern-california/

Southern California has some great restaurants, coffee shops and smoothie spots. Some hidden and not so hidden GEMS. If you are headed to Southern California or heading there at any point in the f…

11/04/2016

Locals and their top picks for BBQ. If you are headed to Austin, this post will steer you in the right direction. http://www.recommendedroute.com/austinites-and-their-bbq/

I traveled to Austin for a little breather, a nice long weekend last week, and boy was I impressed with this city. So many cool spots to chill, eat and drink and so many outdoorsy spots to get your…

07/04/2016

Austin is serious, serious about its tacos. Just got back. Recommendations to come. You must check this city out!

16/03/2016

Check out these spots in MA. These are some perfect day trip ideas!

http://www.recommendedroute.com/great-day-trips-in-massachusetts/

NewburyPort, MA- How come I didn’t stumble across this gem of a town sooner? Wow, is NewburyPort gorgeous or what. I love the cobblestone sidewalks, cute shops, cafes and trendy yet elegant restaur…

09/03/2016

Favorite towns and food stops in MA coming up this week. But first, BirchTree Bread Company.
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21/02/2016

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Great Read.

I was discussing prospective travel plans with a group of people the other day when one of them, after expressing her interest in visiting Lyon, remarked, "But I have to find someone to go with --...

19/02/2016

Looking for some new snack ideas? Try some of these out.

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You know when you try something and like it so much that your body thinks it has to have it like every single day for the next three months? Wellllll that’s where I am at with the snacks on this li…

02/02/2016

Game Changer Alert, Game Changer Alert.

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A Vision Board is a Game Changer These past few weeks have been rough. It may just be a phase (I don’t think it is but people tell me it is) or it could be my scattered thoughts throwing my mind i…

23/01/2016

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19/01/2016

It's so cold outside! All we can think about is warm weather and making our way to the islands. Check out this weeks guest post by traveler Marguerite Wynter. http://www.recommendedroute.com/its-cold-outside-lets-go-to-bonaire/

Its currently 20 degrees outside, windy and snowy here in New England and I don’t know about you BUT I’m dreaming of warmer days. I just want to be 2,093 miles south on the island of Bonaire aka. P…

03/01/2016

Are you in the mood for Thai or Indian food? You have to try one of these spots in the greater Boston area.

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Indian Cuisine Punjabi Dhaba, Inman Square, Cambridge, MA Website: Punjabi Dhaba //225 Hampshire St. I love everything about Indian cuisine. The sauces, the spices, the samosas, bhelpuri, papri cha...

29/12/2015

When in London you must go to Camden Market for the amazing street food and the ridiculously cool vendors.

18/12/2015

I love everything about Trader Joe's. Trader Joe's makes grocery shopping fun.

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I absolutely love the grocery store. And by grocery store I mean Trader Joe’s. Is it weird that my favorite thing about Sunday mornings is my trip here? Seriously, it’s what gets me through my 7 AM...

14/12/2015

What do you want to accomplish before you die? In my opinion, everyone should have their own Before I die Wall. Make a list of your biggest, baddest goals and achieve them. You seriously never know when your time is up. Thank you Candy Chang.

05/12/2015

Are you hanging out in the Greater Boston area today? Check out these great lunch spots and have yourself a killer sandwich.

Dave's Fresh Pasta Cafe Deia Crema Cafe Noor Mediterranean Grill

http://www.recommendedroute.com/best-sandwich-spots-in-cambridgesomerville/

Dave's Fresh Pasta, Somerville, MA Four words: Out of this World. This shop can be found a few steps away from the Davis T-station and is predominantly a specialty food, cheese, and wine sho...

29/11/2015

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Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. My last winter getaway recommendation for this series is Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Playa Del Carmen is a small city sitting along the Caribbean ocean in the state of Quint...

25/11/2015

Easily one of the best self-help books I have read in a really long time. I highly recommend it!

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22/11/2015

This week's recommendation for your winter getaway.

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St. Thomas- Oh my god. The U.S. Virgin Islands are what I call paradise. St. Thomas is my favorite of the U.S. Virgin Islands with St. John a close second. The beaches here are unreal and the water...