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Stephanie Braganza2024-09-09T16:06:43-04:00

Exploring Adventure Lifestyle

Lived in 9 countries, visited 46, exploring the best experiences the world has to offer.

Get the most out of life. There is so much to see, do, and experience around every corner.

Stephanie Braganza

Travel, Lifestyle, & Food Expert

My Top Reviews

Anassa Taverna

This restaurant is really good. It is slightly more expensive than other places, but it has a really nice ambience atmosphere. I would highly recommend this place for a date. Really nice Greek food, and the Seabass is excellent. The ravioli is also delicious but very filling. The steak was good and so was the salmon. the it’s hard when it’s like that, but it was really nice to see you feel like it might be calamari was delicious and the service was also great. Will return!

Dosso Dossi Hotels

Definitely one of the best hotels in the area. It’s also one of the few hotels that has a gym, and feels quite a bit more luxury than the rest around. The price is fantastic for what you get and the service is impeccable. I would 100% stay here again if I were in Istanbul. They even brought me upstairs to choose which room I would like to stay in because they had more than one available. Even on my first day upon arrival, they offered me tea while I was waiting for them to get the room keys, and they even refilled the water in my room without me asking within the first hour the air conditioner, and everything worked great.

Top Tips For Great Experiences

Research Ahead

It can be tedious (or fun!), but exploring and planning things to do ahead helps you maximize your time.

Be Open To Change

Plans rarely go smoothly. Look at itinerary changes as opportunities to add rather than subtract.

Live In The Moment

Put away the devices (except for photos!), and let yourself focus on what you’re actually there for!

Want to see how I research, allow for changes, and live in the moment?

Stephanie Braganza

Travel, Lifestyle, & Food Expert

Worldwide Adventures and Experiences

Advice, Planning, and Hidden Gems

Never Stop Gaining New Experiences

No matter what age you are, there is always something new to see, experience, or way to enrich your life.

“Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry, but by demonstrating that all peoples cry, laugh, eat, worry, and die, it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends.”

Maya Angelou

Memoirist, Poet, and Civil Rights Activist

My Top Areas To Travel

Where to go if your time is limited or you only travel occasionally.

Cambodia, Southeast Asia

Cambodia is a vibrant and enchanting destination in Southeast Asia, offering a rich tapestry of experiences that blend ancient history with natural beauty.

Highlights Include: Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh, and Tonle Sap Lake

Spain, Southwest Europe

Spain offers a vibrant blend of historic cities, stunning architecture, and diverse landscapes, from the artistic wonders of Barcelona and Madrid to the sun-kissed beaches of the Costa del Sol and the rugged beauty of the Pyrenees. With its rich culinary traditions, lively festivals, and warm hospitality, Spain promises an unforgettable journey through its rich cultural tapestry and natural beauty.

Highlights Include: Sagrada Familia (Barcelona), Canary Islands, and Seville.

My Experience Guides

Quick Q&A Facts

Where were you born?2024-08-22T13:01:52-04:00

I was born in New York City, but moved to the Philippines when I was 3-years-old and lived there until I was 22.

What did you study in school?2024-08-22T13:05:32-04:00

I studied psychology and received my BA from De La Salle University in Manila. I got my MA in Industrial Organizational Psychology from The University of Valencia, and my MS in Industrial Organizational Psychology Paris Descartes University

Where has been your favorite place to live thus far?2024-08-22T13:07:44-04:00

It’s truly hard to pick somewhere as a favorite, it always depends on what I’m looking for at that stage in my life. I really enjoyed growing up in The Philippines, but right now I’m focused on my career and New York City has been an unparalleled place for that. I can’t really pick a favorite, each place has been so unique. (Cliché answer.)

How many languages do you speak?2024-08-08T12:19:34-04:00

I speak 3 and a half languages. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog. I also understand a bit of Chinese.

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Expertise & Advice

Guides & Ideas