Priyanka, Author at Champagne Flight

In Argentina

6 of the Best Buenos Aires Cafes

October 2, 2019 No Comments

While Argentina is an incredible country that offers so much, it isn’t known for its coffee. As someone who is borderline obsessed with coffee (okay okay, COMPLETELY obsessed with coffee), I wasn’t sure how spending five weeks this summer there was going to go. I needlessly worried because Buenos Aires is undergoing a coffee revolution and not only did I found some delicious coffee, I spent a majority of my time in these cafes and they each felt like home. On your trip, be sure to check out some of the best coffee in Buenos Aires: LAB Location: Belgrano & Palermo LAB is easily one of the best Buenos Aires Cafes.The first thing about LAB is that you HAVE to get their chocolate chip cookies! I know I know, this post is about coffee but dear god those cookies made me weak at the knees and what better accompaniment to…

In Charlotte

10 of the Absolute Best Restaurants in Charlotte

June 5, 2019 No Comments

The restaurant scene in Charlotte is booming. You’ll find locally sourced concepts with fresh ingredients, eclectic and creative menus, and even reimagined Southern comfort food. If you’re looking to eat your way through this city (and I totally recommend that you do), here are 10 of the best restaurants in Charlotte to start with. Stoke Best For: Locally Sourced Cuisine Stoke is a restaurant that I jut can’t get enough of. It’s easily one of the best restaurants in Uptown Charlotte. Each time I go back, I learn something new about this restaurant that makes me fall more in love with it. Chef Chris Coleman has truly assembled an exceptional team and the menu is a product of their creativity. Everything is made from scratch in their open kitchen using local ingredients. Even their sodas are made in house and are so refreshing that you will find yourself wanting to…

In Shenandoah Valley

Top 5 Things to Do in Shenandoah Valley

February 27, 2019 No Comments

Virginia is one of my absolute favorite states. From colorful fall foliage to an abundance of wine to rich history, there’s something here for everyone. The Shenandoah Valley is a particularly special part of Virginia and is absolutely beautiful year round. If you only have a short time to explore the area, here’s 5 things to in the Shenandoah Valley Stay at a Getaway House Located just 30 minutes from the Shenandoah National Park, Getaway is the perfect escape. Cozy and intimate, these cabins are perfect for a solo trip or with a loved one. You’ll find yourself refreshed and recharged after your Getaway. Read all about my stay in one of these tiny houses here. Visit the Luray Caverns I truly have never experienced anything quite like these caverns. Walking through these caverns is an absolutely surreal experience. Your entrance ticket includes a guided tour and you’ll learn all…

In Wellness

A Relaxing Stay at Getaway House

February 25, 2019 No Comments

The moment I stumbled upon Getaway House’s website, I knew I had to stay here. The site promised a chance to escape to a tiny cabin in the middle of nature. A way to unplug, recharge, and relax. Balancing our hectic schedules can be exhausting. Often times, I’m up at night with thoughts racing in my head or checking my work calendar to see what meetings I have in the morning. In this day and age, multi-tasking is no longer a skill, it’s a requirement. Enter Getaway. An opportunity to remind yourself to slow down, enjoy time with yourself or a loved one, and just enjoy your surroundings. [Thank you to Getaway for hosting our stay. As always, all opinions are own.] Getaway takes care of all the details for you, including sending you helpful things like recommendations of things to do in the area, a packing list, and an…

In Travel Tips

7 Airport Tips to Make Travel Easier

February 20, 2019 4 Comments

How many times have you dreaded the actual travel part of your trip? Like getting to the airport hours before your flight or forgetting that you have fuzzy pink socks on until you take off your shoes at security? Over time, I have perfected my airport routine so I can spend less time at the airport, get to my gate in the fastest and most comfortable way possible, and not arrive at my final destination a frazzled mess. Follow these 7 airport tips and I promise you that travel will be so much easier. Check in online There’s really no excuse for this. Don’t waste any of your precious time on the day of your trip to go to a kiosk or even worse, the counter to check in. Check in opens 24 hours before boarding. Take two minutes and add your boarding pass to your phone. Don’t check in…

In Carmel

An Easy Guide to Carmel

February 18, 2019 4 Comments

I’ve tried to deny my love for California. National parks? Big deal. Scenic drives with breathtaking views? Eh. Delicious wineries a stone throw away? Okay okay fine. Truth is, I’m just jealous that I don’t live there. There I said it. California has it all, including fairytale towns straight out of a storybook. I’m talking about Carmel. Just two hours south of San Francisco, Carmel is an enchanting town you will fall head over heels for, Disney princess style. And the best part? It’s totally doable to get a great taste of Carmel and the surrounding area in a weekend. Here’s how to spend a weekend in Carmel. Before You Go Carmel is gorgeous year round. To beat the crowd, consider going in the winter. If you are just exploring the town of Carmel, a car isn’t necessary as the city is compact and easily walkable. However, if you want to…

In Peru

The Best One Week in Peru Itinerary

January 25, 2019 No Comments

Trust me I could spend months and months in Peru, exploring every bit this incredible country has to offer. But if you’re anything like me, sometimes a week is all you have. It is possible to get a great taste of Peru in a short amount of time. Here’s the best Peru itinerary to follow to maximize your limited time. Places to Visit in Peru Day 1: Lima Lima is definitely one of the top places to visit in Peru. Use your first day to get an overview of Lima. Start your morning off with a quick breakfast from Pastelería San Antonio. There are a few locations around Lima. We hired a private driver who took us on a tour of some of Lima’s most beautiful neighborhoods (Miraflores, Barranco which has amazing street art, and the historic city center). I highly recommend doing the same as it’ll give you a…

In Peru

The Best Way to Travel to Machu Picchu

January 22, 2019 No Comments

Machu Picchu is something that is on most traveler’s bucket lists. And for good reason. There’s truly nothing quite like it. The shroud of mystery surrounding it is intriguing. What exactly was this site used for? Why was it abandoned so suddenly? No trip to Peru is complete without a visit to the Incan ruins. Save yourself the headache and follow this guide for exactly how to visit and travel to Machu Picchu. If you’re looking to save time and energy planning your visit to Machu Picchu then the best route is to go with a tour company. I calculated the cost for planning everything on my own versus going with a tour company and the small cost difference is worth having everything taken care of for you. Recommended Machu Picchu Tour The tour company that we went with is Tierra Vivas. We had a seamless trip with them. While…

In Peru

How to Have an Incredible Day Trip to the Sacred Valley

January 16, 2019 No Comments

The Sacred Valley was undoubtedly one of the highlights of my trip to Peru. Honestly, every part of that trip was a highlight. The country is that amazing. Yes, I just stopped writing to sit here and daydream. Focus, Priyanka. No matter how many days you have in Peru, be sure to allocate at least one day to the Sacred Valley. Lucky for you, I am going to tell you how to have the perfect day trip to the Sacred Valley. *Champagne Flight was welcomed as a guest of Machu Picchu Viajes Peru. As always, all opinions are own. While you can rent a car and drive around, you won’t actually know what you’re looking at and that’s half of the beauty. Therefore, the best way to visit the Sacred Valley is to go with a tour. They’ll take care of everything for you and you’ll just get to sit back,…

In Europe

A Wonderful Stay at the Arch London Hotel

June 6, 2018 24 Comments

When I bought my plane ticket to London, the first thing I did, besides pray that it wouldn’t be pouring the entire time, was look up where to stay. My memory of London from my first trip there was that it was vast and the location we stayed at was so far from everything that we ended up lost on the tube for a large part of the trip. I was determined to not let that be the case again. Thankfully, my search was relatively short. Within minutes, I stumbled upon the Arch London Hotel. Good location? Check. Stunning photos? Check. Award winning restaurant for those lazy meals where I don’t want to venture out? Check. Done and done. I didn’t have to look any further. *Champagne Flight was welcomed as a guest at the Arch London Hotel. As always, all opinions are own. We flew into Gatwick and headed to…