Phi Phi Island, Thailand
Hope you are having a beautiful Tuesday. Always remember that you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.
I was nominated by the lovely Rae from Pastel Carousel for the three day quote challenge. Pastel Carousel is a lovely lifestyle blog about family, fashion, and fun. 💕
Bermuda Triangle, Atlantic Ocean
This photo was taken while snorkeling with friends in the Bermuda Triangle. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine I would be able to check this off my bucket list. We ended up on a snorkeling excursion here purely by accident. Because we were open to take a chance, and try something new.
Sometimes people ask me why I don’t spend more time at home. Why, essentially, I travel so much. My response – Wanderlust.
I travel to explore. I travel to learn about life outside of my comfort zone. To experience a life beyond myself.
I wander, not because I am lost, but because I want to experience the world.
I was nominated by the lovely Rae from Pastel Carousel for the three day quote challenge. Pastel Carousel is a lovely lifestyle blog about family, fashion, and fun. 💕
When traveling abroad, one of the best experiences of going somewhere new is getting to try the food. While airplane food may not be at the top of that list, it is a chance to try flavors you might not otherwise. Usually, on a 5+ hour flight you have 4 options: 1) try to sleep; 2) bring your own non-perishable items; 3) take a chance on a random meal; or 4) starve. While options #1 and 2 seem the most practical, they are usually pretty hard to accomplish, especially when the hot food carts roll by and the heavy aromas meet your nose.
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Airplane food is, well, airplane food. It can sometimes be overheated, weird, or just not what your taste buds prefer. The meals during my Japan Airlines flights were… interesting. For someone not used to Japanese flavors, the foods were unique. The flavor palate was a combination of sweet, spicy, and sour. I was truely excited to try the meals. The packaging was so unique!
I was a little surprised at how each item was compartmentalized. My initial thought was on the level of detail that went into the presentation of the meal itself. It was kind of fun to unpack each item! Especially since I had no idea what I was uncovering. 😜
Here is a peek at my meals on two Japan Airlines flights; lunch and dinner. These are the meals they serve in regular class seating. They include a rice chip snack, entree with various sides, baked good, drink, and ice cream.
You can never go wrong with a Southern Californian breakfast. A nice big cup of coffee, fresh eggs, fruit, and bread make for the perfect comfort meal. Urth Caffe is a great place to indulge for breakfast. The cafe offers a great variety of coffee, entrees, and baked goods. Everything is fresh, made-to-order, and simple.
The spinach and feta omelette is my favorite. It is a three egg omelette with sautéed spinach, red onions, and imported feta cheese. The dish is served with a spring salad and a side of bread. A simple combination which compliments the omelettes very well. When it comes to choosing a beverage, the coffee and tea options can be overwhelming. There are hot, cold, and blended, caffeinated and non-caffeinated varieties. Out of all of the delicious coffee options, my favorite has to be the honey vanilla latte. The combination of vanilla and honey makes this choice just the right amount of sweet – no sugar needed.
Currently, the Urth Caffe has four locations throughout Southern California. Each cafe’s architecture is unique. I love the Pasadena locale for it’s laid-back ambiance and Spanish colonial design. All locations offer outdoor seating, which is a must in Southern California, and great for people watching.
Here is a peek of some of the different items from the menu. If you are ever in the area, make sure to check them out!
For anyone that had a hard day today, remember
Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand
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