Hi!

I’m Charissa, a Belgian-born Chinese with a zest for life, always on the lure to experience new things. This makes me an avid traveler who has lived in Belgium, France, Québec, Singapore, Hong Kong… and since 2025, the USA.

My big love for good food and almost obsessive focus on finding good value for money brought me mainly to Southeast Asia for my travels. North America never really was on my bucket list: too expensive in my mind. But now that I actually live here, I take the opportunity to explore this part of the world. Sticking to my values, I don’t necessarily chase the cheapest option, but rather the experiences which are worth it.

I’m an over-planner and optimizer with serious FOMO, so I build spreadsheets, research activities, and read endless reviews… I need to learn to let go, leave some room for spontaneity, and just enjoy the now.

That’s what I want to help you with: travel smart so you can be in the present rather than planning the next thing. I’ll share everything I know so you can focus on the best stuff and get room to wander.

Happy travels!