Enchanted Travels with Alisha

20/09/2026

🎀 DAY 3 — TOKYO
I came to Tokyo for the culture, the food, the shopping… but THIS was definitely for my inner child! 😂💕🇯🇵

Day 3 of our 30 Days in Asia series took us to Sanrio Puroland, the indoor amusement park where Hello Kitty and her Sanrio friends live! 🐱🎀
I absolutely LOVED Hello Kitty growing up, so getting to experience this place with Rian was such a full-circle moment. 🥹💕

And because the entire park is indoors, it’s a great Tokyo activity rain or shine.
We booked our tickets through Klook for about $18 per person at the time. They’re around $22 now, but Klook is a great option for booking attractions in Japan. Everything is in English, prices are in USD, and the process is super easy for American travelers.
The rides are definitely geared toward younger kids, but I loved seeing all the adults there dressed as their favorite Sanrio characters! 😂 Plus, there are character cafés, tons of food, and of course…SHOPPING. 🎀🛍️

Fair warning: the prices inside the park were HIGH. 😩 But honestly, it was about the experience!

Then we headed back to Tokyo, grabbed a croissant cookie from a popular coffee shop, picked Nicholas up from the hotel, and spent the evening exploring Harajuku.

And Harajuku did NOT disappoint! We tried all the viral foods—huge cotton candy, candied strawberries, crêpes, and some AMAZING steak and egg sando sandwiches. 🤤

Plus, you already know I had to squeeze in some vintage shopping! 😂🛍️
From Sanrio magic to Tokyo street food and entertainment, Day 3 was definitely one for the books. 🇯🇵✨
Would you visit Sanrio Puroland as an adult? Be honest! 😂🎀

17/09/2026

🌏 DAY 2 — 30 DAYS IN ASIA
Landing in a new country with a huge time difference? Here’s one of my BEST jet-lag hacks! ✈️⏰

When we arrived in Tokyo in the middle of the day, I knew the worst thing we could do was check into the hotel and crawl into bed. 😂

Instead, I planned activities for that afternoon and kept us OUT until bedtime. The goal was to stay awake long enough to be exhausted when it was actually time to sleep in our new time zone. It made a HUGE difference in helping us get on Tokyo time and minimize jet lag.

We flew United from JFK using 24,000 miles per person for their tickets in coach and I paid $1500 for an upgrade to business class, $80 for a private driver to pick us up from the airport, and then hit the ground running!

Our guide Nami, who we met on a previous trip to Tokyo in 2019, came to meet the kids, took us to lunch, and gave us a crash course on navigating Tokyo’s train system. ❤️
Then it was off to Shibuya Crossing, sunset views, vintage shopping, and one of my favorite snack finds—taco-flavored Doritos that I’ve STILL never found anywhere else! 😂

And yes… I accidentally booked our hotel in the Red Light District 😩😂 BUT the location actually ended up being perfect for exploring.

My biggest takeaway: Don’t waste your first day sleeping away your vacation. If you arrive early in the day, PLAN SOMETHING! Walk, eat, explore, shop, sightsee—just keep moving until it’s bedtime.

This is Day 2 of our 30 Days in Asia series, where I’m sharing how we planned this trip, what we spent, our travel hacks, family-friendly activities, mistakes we made, and everything I’d recommend if you’re planning your own adventure.

Save this one for your next long-haul trip! 🌏✈️

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15/09/2026

Plot twist: the MOST expensive day of our entire 30-day Asia adventure was actually the day we spent in New York City! 😩💸

Our flight to NYC was canceled as we were getting ready to board, which completely threw off our plans to get to Tokyo. Thankfully, I had purchased travel insurance—and that ended up being one of the BEST decisions I made for this trip.

Our original NYC tickets were purchased with points, so there was no cash refund. I was able to get us on a Southwest flight for $1600 one way, and after we returned home, I filed a claim and was reimbursed for the eligible expenses.

Here’s what ONE DAY in NYC cost us:
✈️ Flight: $1,600
🏨 One night at the W Times Square: $525
🍽️ Food: $300
🚙 Airport transportation: $400
💰 Total: $2,825

And here’s the crazy part…
Once we left the United States, our daily costs became significantly more affordable. 🌏

This is why I always tell people to look at the TOTAL cost of a trip, not just the airfare. And please, please, PLEASE put travel insurance into your travel budget from the very beginning. Don’t treat it like an optional add-on.
Flights get canceled. Bags get lost. Plans change. Emergencies happen. And when you’re traveling internationally with your family, that protection can be worth every penny.

And one more Tokyo tip: If you’re flying to Tokyo, look at Haneda (HND) before Narita (NRT)—especially if convenience and getting into the city quickly are priorities.
Follow along because I’m breaking down exactly how we planned 30 days, 12 cities, and 8 countries—including what we spent, what worked, what didn’t, and the travel hacks I’d use again. 🌏✈️

Would you spend $2,825 for ONE day in NYC before a month in Asia? 👀👇🏽

13/09/2026

30 days. 12 cities. 8 countries. 1 unforgettable family adventure. 🌏✈️

Last summer, our family of four spent an entire month traveling through Asia—and it was so much more than a vacation.
It was a real-world classroom. 🌍

My kids experienced different cultures, foods, languages, transportation systems, and ways of life firsthand. And honestly, one of my biggest takeaways as a parent was realizing that they are becoming more confident, independent, and capable travelers with every trip.

Now I’m taking you behind the scenes. 👀
In this series, I’m breaking down how I planned the trip, what we got right, what I would do differently, how much we spent, family-friendly activities, travel hacks, and recommendations you can actually use to plan your own Asia adventure.
And no, this wasn’t a budget trip—but I’ll show you how you can take the ideas and make them work for YOUR budget.

From NYC to Tokyo, Seoul, Taipei, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Kuala Lumpur, Bali, and Doha…we covered A LOT. 😂🌏
Follow along because I’m spilling ALL the details!
What destination would you want to visit first? 👇🏽

11/09/2026

10/09/2026

Leave it to me to find a 💕💚 restaurant in Morocco! 🇲🇦

Finding experiences that are aesthetic AND actually good is definitely one of my superpowers. 😉 From the decor to the food to the overall vibe… I’m always going to find the spot that gives you the full experience. 💕💚🍽️

08/09/2026

Marrakech understood the assignment. ✨ After days of exploring Morocco, we spent the morning at the Royal Mansour Spa being completely spoiled with a traditional Hammam, a 90-minute massage, and time to relax in our own private beds before and after our treatments.
And somehow, it got even better… we had the entire spa to ourselves, followed by private pool time with one-on-one service and snacks. 🧖🏾‍♀️💦
This is exactly how I believe a group trip should feel: adventure, culture, and a little luxury in between. 🇲🇦✨
Would you add a traditional Hammam to your travel bucket list?

04/09/2026

Day 7 in Morocco 🇲🇦✨

No voiceover. No music. Just the sounds, sights, and moments of arriving at our private Marrakech villa—where every woman had her own luxury suite. The next morning, we explored Marrakech with our local guide, wandered through the souk, and did a little shopping along the way.

Turn the volume up and come experience Marrakech with us. 🕌✨