Month: June 2022

O Samguipsal lovers! Want to flatten out your Kbbq experience? I got some good news for you then: Chung Dam BGC!

Just this June 2022, Chung Dam, a high-end Korean restaurant, opened their BGC branch and we are so excited about it! I mean, how can we be quiet that they offer not only high quality premium beef but also fresh, yes fresh, seafood! I love seafood so being able to eat here was an exciting day for me.

So, without further ado, here is my complete experience with Chung Dam BGC and why you should try it here too.

What to eat at Chung Dam BGC

It was a normal Friday morning but my friends and I were longing for some kbbq. We love Samjiupsal so much that we decided to find a Korean restaurant to satisfy our cravings. Then, we saw that Chung Dam recently opened a new branch in BGC (they also have a branch in Mala.)

Once we entered the restaurant, that "high end" vibe instantly entered, it had a luxurious touch of atmosphere and full atmosphere! But, all of us have noticed that King Crab, Live King Crab! As I mentioned above, Chung Dam BGC also provides fresh seafood, so you know your food is going to be amazing!

In addition to King Crab, they have fresh salmon, halibut fish, USA beef and premium quality waggio! No worries because you may have plenty of Korean food that you can choose from their menu.

Premium quality beef and seafood

See that thick and pink flesh? It's literally worth the price for a photo! Hahaha! But really, even without any spices, the meat is so tender and full of flavor that it blends perfectly with the rice (rice is life!)

Moreover, Shabu Shabu was so good! It's not so spicy either, I'm not really good with spicy food so it's perfect for me!

Seafood? Oh God, it's heavenly good! I'm not even joking about it. I suddenly remembered those words while eating "Mukbang" I always see artists on YouTube.

Whenever they have seafood (mostly crab crabs), I always torment myself with the thought of having it. It just looks so good. And finally, when I got a chance to try it on Chung Dam, I was not disappointed! King crab is worth every penny!

Of course, other seafood is no exception, because they are all fresh, they are even tastier and tastier! Plus, with the right seafood sauce? Ah .. heaven!

Good thing BGC is not too far from my place, I can go back whenever I want to experience that high end Korean restaurant.

Chung Dam is something to know about BGC

Contact details to save: 0927 474 2167

Opening hours: 11 AM to 12 midnight (Monday-Sunday)

Address: Upper Ground Active Building, 9th Ave. Corner 28th Street Bonifacio Global City

They have a dining area and 15 VIP rooms to accommodate a minimum of 4 people. They have 1 large VIP room which is good for 24 packs! Perfect for a family dinner.

They also have a bar area if you want to drink some wine while enjoying your fresh seafood and lean meats!

Social Media Channel: Facebook

* You can check their latest rates on their FB page linked above.

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Hi there! I Fatema. My first big trip was in 2016 to the beautiful city of Cebu. Then I became interested in traveling. Now I enjoy learning the language and culture of other countries. My goal is to visit at least one country each year and share my experiences with other people through writing or blogging. Follow me on Instagram to witness my journey

This month, many LGBTQ + travelers will similarly go out to celebrate summer trips and Pride Month. Yet, for this community of travelers, traveling is not as easy অথবা or just as safe অন্য for others. In some destinations, LGBTQ + travelers still face the risk of discrimination and loss, so it is incredibly important to know which destinations are the most open and welcoming, and which require a high level of caution and caution.

To that end, we've worked with our partner GeoSure (which enables TripIt's Neighborhood Safety Score feature) to understand what are the safest destinations for the LGBTQ + community, based on metadata analysis captured from hundreds of trusted sources.

Some of these sources include International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association, Gay Travel Index, Built Environment Variables and LGBTQ + Community Key, ACLED, Human Rights Campaign - Municipal Equality Index, Human Rights Index, Amnesty , Sharing statistics from the GEOC community, and security experience sharing.

Here are the top 10 safest cities for LGBTQ + travelers, according to GeoSure data.

10. Portland, Maine

GeoSafeScore ™: 82/100

Portland has long welcomed (and embraced) LGBTQ + travelers হিসেবে the first major U.S. city to be publicly elected gay mayor বাড়ি and home to Guinness World Record holder Drag Quinn.

Every June, the city celebrates the proud month with a festival and parade. This year, it is held on Saturday, June 18th. And throughout the year, LGBTQ + travelers can enjoy drag performances, weird film festivals and dance parties, as well as sponsor dozens of LGBTQ + owned businesses in the city.

Did you know Travelers can access hyperlocal protection ratings for countless sections at any point on their TripIt itinerary for more than 65,000 cities and neighborhoods. Specifically, the LGBTQ + security score includes elements such as the possibility of harm or discrimination against an LGBTQ + individual or group and the level of caution required in a position. In the TripIt app, the Neighborhood Safety score focuses on the level of risk (although the ranking of the post represents the level of security).

9. St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

GeoSafeScore ™: 82/100

Although many cities around the world celebrate the proud month in June, celebrations in St. John's - including Pride Week - begin in July. This year, both St. John's Pride Week and Come Home Choir begin July 15 The Pride Parade is held on Sunday, July 24

Need a place to stay? Visit Misterb & b. A vacation rental site that lists private rooms, apartments and LGBTQ +-friendly hotels that help you choose "welcome accommodation that suits your style and budget."

8. Boston, Massachusetts

GeoSafeScore ™: 82/100

As the first capital city of the US state (Massachusetts) to legalize same-sex marriage, Boston has long welcomed LGBTQ + travelers.

Every April, the city hosts Wicked Queer, an LGBTQ + movie festival. For year-round art and culture, plan to visit Theater Offensive — a theater company that works to improve diverse voices and highlight the diversity of the LGBTQ + community through art.

Going to Boston to celebrate Pride Month? See the calendar of city events for all month-long celebrations, including their events with intersecting identities.

Looking for the safest neighborhood to visit in Boston? Chinatown is the most friendly, with a security score of 88 in the neighborhood.

Read more: City break: Boston

7. Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

GeoSafeScore ™: 83/100

Each year, Kelona মধ্যে celebrates the LGBTQ + community with Kelona Pride, one of two cities in British Columbia to make this list. More than 12,000 people attend the annual event, which promotes "a fun and safe way to celebrate Kelona's diverse and accepting community."

Proud not visiting time? Throughout the year, countless LGBT2Q + activities are taking place in and around the city. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of outdoor activities - from hiking, boating and skiing to winery touring.

6. Stavanger, Norway

GeoSafeScore ™: 83/100

The Norwegian city of Stavanger has long been celebrated by the LGBTQ + community - the first official celebration since Gay Day began in 1998 and the following year. Since then, the first week of September has been celebrated.

This year, the Skeivå Rogaland Pride begins on August 29 and ends with a Pride Parade and Party on Saturday, September 3.

Visitors to Stavanger will enjoy the natural beauty of the city and surrounding area, including fjords, mountains and white beaches, as well as its many museums and charming old town.

5. Alicante, Spain

GeoSafeScore ™: 83/100

The port city of Alicante has beautiful beaches and a comfortable lifestyle. According to Travel Gay, the city "provides a great setting for gay customers. You'll find bars, sanas and a cruise club, with most of the space near the sea."

Benidorm, a town in Alicante, hosts an annual Pride Festival; Celebrations take place September 5-11, 2022.

4. Dundee, Scotland

GeoSafeScore ™: 83/100

While Scotland's major cities such as Glasgow and Edinburgh attract the lion's share of international visitors, the city of Dundee is the safest in Scotland (and the UK) for LGBTQ + travelers.

Dundee, a UNESCO City of Design, is Scotland's fourth largest city and home to scenic V&A museums, countless theaters and art centers, as well as cultural attractions such as a 45-minute self-guided Dundee Architectural Trail.

Planning to visit Dundee for Pride? Visit Dundee Pride's Facebook page for the latest information on events happening around the city.

3. San Francisco, California

GeoSafeScore ™: 83/100

San Francisco is home to one of the largest and most prominent LGBTQ + communities in the United States. Its history is full of LGBTQ + activism and the fight for equality. According to some, it is the gay capital of the world.

San Francisco is one of the safest neighborhoods for LGBTQ + travelers, with a স্ক Castro District নিরাপত্ত security score of 92.

Planning to visit SF for pride? You will be spoiled for choice in the events and activities that take place across the city and the Gulf. You won’t want to miss the main event, the 52nd Annual San Francisco Pride Parade and Celebration, taking place June 25 and 26.

2. Granada, Spain

GeoSafeScore ™: 85/100

To some travelers, Granada is probably the birthplace and home of one of Spain's most famous LGBTQ + poets, Federico Garcia Lorca. Throughout the year, the city offers visitors the finer things in life: delicious food, local wine and the opportunity to get lost in the streets like its maze.

Going to Granada for pride? The city's festival - also known as the Orglo Granada - takes place throughout June

Tip: Follow Visible grenades For the latest updates on the Orgullo Granada event on Twitter.

1. Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

GeoSafeScore ™: 86/100

At the top, Victoria is the second largest city in British Columbia and the third largest in Canada.

So, what are the offers for LGBTQ + travelers? For starters, the Victoria Pride Festival runs from June 23 to July 2. And after a few years of cancellations and virtual events, this year is going to be bigger than ever. This year's festivities include a new parade route and an extended park layout for the week's countless signature events.

Not in town for pride? Victoria prides itself on beautiful beaches and lakes, parks and gardens, world-class entertainment and nightlife, and more.

Method: Partnered with TripIt Geosior, Which analyzes metadata captured from hundreds of trusted sources to determine the safest destination for LGBTQ + travelers. TripIt shows a safety score from 1 to 100, which represents a low to high risk, in the Neighborhood Safety Score section (powered by Geosur) within a itinerary.

As Americans celebrate Independence Day on July 4th, this year, American travelers are choosing to celebrate by exploring their homeland.

TripIt analyzed US Origin flight, rental car, accommodation and vacation rental reservations made by our TripIt users for the 4th of July 2022 weekend and compared the results with the 2021 equivalent booking time.

We've seen that about 40% of all flight reservations on holiday weekends go to international destinations because Americans make up for lost time due to epidemic-era restrictions. We’ve also seen major metros continue to see a resurgence of tourists, although open spaces and destinations known for outdoor adventures continue to draw crowds.

The current percentage of flight reservations compared to the previous year

	Flight 2022 (All)	Flight 2022 (Domestic)	Flight 2022 (International)	2022 car rental	2022 Accommodation	2022 vacation rental
% Change from 2021	+ 115%	+ 68%	+ 290%	+ 48%	+ 42%	+ 31%

Long lines at the domestic airport

As seen increasingly during the holidays - most recently, Memorial Day Weekend 2022. Airports can expect crowds. From low staff-safety and discounts across the board to flight attendants and pilots যাত্র passengers can expect long lines and should be prepared for potential delays.

We expect the busiest airports to be:

1. SFO - San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

2. LAX - Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

3. JFK - John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

4. ORD - Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

5. BOS - Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

6. DEN - Denver International Airport (DEN)

7. DWF - Dallas / Fort Worth International Airport (DWF)

8. SEA - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

9. EWR - Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

10. ATL - Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

Those departing from these airports should be given extra time, especially if their flight is on Friday (7/1), the busiest day for departure or Tuesday (7/5), when most passengers will return. For the top five most popular airports, the busiest time to depart (and when you should be careful to give more time) will be:

The busiest airport hours based on departure reservation

Although flights increased by more than 2X overall, international travel continued to be the strongest return with the number of booked international flights more than 4X higher than last year, accounting for about 40% or more of all flight departures over the weekend. It is built on the trend we saw at Memorial Day 2022 when one-third of flights went abroad. In fact, London is the number one destination, followed by Paris (# 7), Cancun (# 12), Barcelona (# 18), Rome (# 21), Lisbon (# 22), and Amsterdam (# 24).

Of the remaining domestic flights, about one-third are to California (15%), Florida, and about one-third of the remaining domestic flights are to California (13%), Florida (9%), and Hawaii (7%). ), Or Washington (5%).

Flight destination rankings and rank changes

2022 Ranking	City, state	2021 Ranking	Rank change (2021 to 2022)
1	London	42	41
2	Seattle, WA	4	2
3	Chicago, IL	8	5
4	Denver, CO	1	-3
5	Las Vegas, NV	3	-2
6	New York, NY	10	4
7	Paris	43	36
8	San Francisco, CA.	11	3
9	Boston, MA	7	-2
10	Orlando, CA.	2	-8
11	Los Angeles, CA.	9	-2
12	Cancun	5	-7
13	Honolulu, HI	6	-7
14	Minneapolis, MN	20	6
15	San Diego, CA.	13	-2
16	Kahului, H.I.	12	-4
17	Newark, NJ	24	7
18	Barcelona	120	102
19	Washington DC	31	12
20	Atlanta, GA	23	3
21	Rome	74	53
22	Lisbon	126	104
23	Salt Lake City, UT	15	-8
24	Amsterdam	135	111
25	Dallas	22	-3

Speed ​​bump at the pump

Despite record high gas prices, demand for rental cars remains high. While we may not see as strong YoY growth as we have seen in the past, we do see growth in conservation. And when the big cities reign in the top 25, they make a list of the lesser-anticipated destinations, including Anchorage, (# 16), St. Paul, MN (# 17), and Santa Ana, CA (# 21).

Car rental destination ranking and rank change

2022 Ranking	City, state	2021 Ranking	Rank change (2021 to 2022)
1	Denver, CO	2	1
2	Honolulu, HI	3	1
3	Seattle, WA	27	24
4	Kahului, H.I.	1	-3
5	Boston, MA	5	0
6	Chicago, IL	10	4
7	Orlando, FL	4	-3
8	Los Angeles, CA.	18	10
9	Lihu, HI	13	4
10	San Francisco, CA.	11	1
11	Las Vegas, NV	9	-2
12	Salt Lake City, UT	8	-4
13	Kailua-Kona, HI	14	1
14	San Diego, CA.	16	2
15	Portland, or	6	-9
16	Anchorage, A.K.	7	-9
17	St. Paul, MN	25	8
18	Nashville, TN	53	35
19	New York, NY	44	25
20	Sitak, WA	12	-8
21	Santa Ana, CA.	82	61
22	Newark, NJ	60	38
23	Tampa, FL	32	9
24	Fort Lauderdale, FL	17	-7
25	Miami, FL	19	-6

Americans keep an eye on big cities and big skies

We also see a similar mix of big cities and great outdoors when it comes to hotel and vacation rentals.

The big cities continue to call it a comeback, regaining its number one spot for New York City hotels, continuing to climb # 1 again to preserve New York City (# 2) hotels, where it reigned supreme. Chicago (# 3), Seattle (# 5), San Francisco (# 6), Los Angeles (# 10), Washington, DC (# 11), and other major metros have climbed into the top 25. Meanwhile, Anchorage (# 13), Denver (# 14), and Yellowstone (# 19) remain in the rankings despite a slight decline.

Vacation rentals, as usual, highlight a more eclectic mix of destinations. While major locations like Seattle (# 1), San Diego (# 2), Chicago (# 3), and New York City (# 8) are on the list, so are Bend, OR (# 10), Asheville, NC. There are also destinations (# 15), Myrtle Beach, SC (# 16), Port Angeles, WA (# 23), and Fredericksburg, TX (# 25).

Lodging destination ranking and ranking change

2022 Ranking	City, state	2021 Ranking	Rank change (2021 to 2022)
1	Las Vegas, NV	1	0
2	New York, NY	3	1
3	Chicago, IL	8	5
4	Orlando, FL	2	-2
5	Seattle, WA	11	6
6	San Francisco, CA.	9	3
7	Honolulu, HI	4	-3
8	Boston, MA	6	-2
9	San Diego, CA.	5	-4
10	Los Angeles, CA.	16	6
11	Washington DC	17	6
12	Nashville, TN	12	0
13	Anchorage, A.K.	10	-3
14	Denver, CO	13	-1
15	New Orleans, LA	33	18
16	Portland, or	14	-2
17	Minneapolis, MN	90	73
18	Lahena, H.I.	7	-11
19	Yellowstone, WY	27	8
20	Anaheim, CA.	18	-2
21	Atlanta, CA.	21	0
22	Austin, TX	15	-7
23	Miami, FL	24	1
24	Houston, TX	64	40
25	Kissimi, FL	31	6

Vacation rental destination ranking and ranking change

2022 Ranking	City, state	2021 Ranking	Rank change (2021 to 2022)
1	Seattle, WA	7	6
2	San Diego, CA.	1	-1
3	Chicago, IL	8	5
4	Provincetown, MA	21	17
5	Anchorage, A.K.	3	-2
6	Honolulu, HI	4	-2
7	Koloa, HI	29	22
8	New York, NY	35	27
9	Austin, TX	9	0
10	Turning, or	28	18
11	Los Angeles, CA.	27	16
12	Hilton Head Island, SC	5	-7
13	Portland, or	2	-11
14	Kissimi, FL	17	3
15	Asheville, NC	102	87
16	Myrtle Beach, SC	76	60
17	Lahena, H.I.	14	-3
18	Nashville, TN	6	-12
19	Washington DC	15	-4
20	New Orleans, LA	45	25
21	Princeville, HI	41	20
22	Brooklyn, NY	22	0
23	Port Angeles, WA	75	52
24	Colorado Springs, CO	63	39
25	Fredericksburg, TX	611	586

Method: Looking at TripIt US main round trip Flight Reserved for travel between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022 July 4th holiday (Friday, July 1 - Tuesday, July 5, 2022), and equivalent booking period In 2021. Reservation data on TripIt is provided by users and the booking provider is agnostic.

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