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The Haute Bøhemian is an independent travel and culture blog founded by Courtney Lynn Muro in San Francisco. Launched in 2024, it blends long-form travel writing with practical guides, itineraries, and cultural commentary, with a focus on Colombia, New Orleans, and...
The 33 best things to do in Colombia (2026)
“In Colombia, the only risk is that you’ll want to stay.” It’s true, I’ve experienced this firsthand, when I went to Colombia on what was supposed to be a 4-week trip and I stayed 3 years. There are many reasons that things turned out the way they did, but one of...
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Where to stay in New Orleans: best hotels [2025]
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again - New Orleans is my favorite city to visit in the US, and the only city that I feel has maintained its culture, even in the face of a massive gentrification wave. While you shouldn’t be spending too much time in your hotel,...
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San Francisco, CaliforniaCourtney Lynn MuroPhone: 916.220.8546 Email: CourtneyLmuro@gmail.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneylynnmuro/ I’m a creative-yet-data-savvy Publicist, and Content Strategist & Producer with a proven track record of...
46 Best San Francisco neighborhoods to live, stay, & explore (2025)
San Francisco is a city of microclimates, massive hills, and world-famous history. The atmosphere, the weather, and even the terrain shift so dramatically from block to block that each neighborhood feels like its own little city. You can leave the dense fog of Golden...
The 27 Best Hotels in Medellín (2025)
Medellín, once famous for its notoriously violent history, has transformed into one of South America's most exciting urban destinations. This city is nestled in the Aburrá Valley and surrounded by lush mountains. A river runs through El Poblado when it rains, and the...
12 Best urban hikes in San Francisco Bay Area (2025)
I’ve gotten shit for calling San Francisco “the city.” My friends from DC and NYC are like, “Oh, is San Francisco the only city in the world?” It’s not, but it is undeniably urban. What sets this city apart from other urban places, however, is how much nature we have...
Best restaurants in New Orleans (2025)
I always try to diet before a trip to New Orleans because 50% of the time I'm there, I'm eating, and the other 50% I'm drinking. JK there's a ton of amazing, non-hedonistic things to do but the food is a big part of the culture. It's how Southerners show you you're...
9 Cartagena, Colombia hotels that are better than all-inclusive resorts (2025)
If you came across this searching for all-inclusive resorts, then you might need a change in your life, in which case you’ve come to the right place. All-inclusive resorts are trash. They’re optimized for profit at the expense of quality. They’re for people who don’t...
This is how much Oktoberfest in Munich costs (2025)
How Much Should You Budget for Oktoberfest? From flights to festival snacks, here’s what you’ll spend at Oktoberfest in Munich — plus what I wish I’d known before I went. ••• I’ve never had any interest in going to Oktoberfest. I always thought it was a gimmicky,...
What is Colombia known for? (2025)
“The only risk with Colombia is wanting to stay.” That tagline is catchy, but not 100% true. Colombia definitely wins when it comes to biodiversity, sexy ladies shaking it to raggaeton music, and serving up the world’s best empanadas (sorry Venezuela…). But when I...
3 Days in Buenos Aires: Your perfect weekend itinerary (2025)
Taking a quick jaunt to Buenos Aires? This curated BA itinerary (you can call it that if you feel too white when you pronounce the actual name) covers the very best of Argentina’s capital—European-inspired architecture, world-class steak, tango, street art, and...
20 best Cartagena wedding venues, Colombia (2025)
So you’re thinking about doing a Cartagena wedding? You’re on the right track. The Colombian wedding is truly next-level and much more affordable than the US (full Colombia wedding price breakdown here). The climate is warm, and the culture is rich, and the romantic...
3-day Stockholm itinerary: your perfect weekend in Stockholm (2025)
Stockholm is one of the most beautiful European cities I’ve ever been to—clean, safe, and architecturally Disney-esque, with a maritime-turned-yacht culture that had me questioning my identity as a land animal. Despite their austere mannerisms and Viking history,...
17 Best restaurants in Medellín (2025)
While Colombia's traditional food is nothing out of the ordinary for Latin American fare, its fine dining scene - and particularly its affordability is one of the mainstays of this country's lure. I’ve never eaten as well on a daily basis as I did when I lived in...
Is Colombia safe in 2025? and what is the safest city?
I got my husband's identity stolen in Colombia last year, just 5 days after our wedding. His phone fell out of his pocket as we mad dashed in and out of a 3-block cab ride to escape the sudden onset of a jungle rain monsoon. The next day the driver called and said he...
A Complete Guide to Your Next New Orleans Trip (2025)
New Orleans is the favorite American city of anyone who has been there. Its culture and food are rich, there is music on every corner, and the people are an incredible mixture of resilient and welcoming. For better or for worse - from the moment you touch down in the...
San Francisco’s Most Epic Foodie Bike Ride (2025)
San Francisco is basically an endless hit list of awesome touristy things to do. Like any city, the list is based on food, drink, and culture. But one thing that makes us stand out from most cities is our weather. I know you’ve heard that Mark Twain said that the...
Should You Do Your Destination Wedding in Colombia in 2025?
Destination weddings are becoming more popular as global access to tourism increases and American prices rise with it it. According to a report by the Destination Wedding Market Research, the global destination wedding market was valued at $9.6 billion in 2019 and is...
13 reasons you need to take a trip to California in 2025
Dreaming of your next getaway? California is the ultimate destination for travelers craving stunning landscapes, world-class cuisine, and unforgettable adventures. Whether you’re sipping wine in Napa, chasing sunsets along Highway 1, or soaking up the vibrant energy...
Your Ultimate Thailand Travel Guide (2025) | part 1
So you're going to the Land of Smiles! The jewel in Southeast Asia, where street food is Michelin-star worthy, the people are legitimately always happy, everywhere you go is on the beach, and your money takes you a lot further than it does at home. On a typical day...
Your ultimate 3-week Thailand itinerary (2025) $5k | part 2- Bangkok
Welcome to the Land of Smiles! The jewel in Southeast Asia, where street food is Michelin-star worthy, the people are legitimately always happy, everywhere you go is on the beach, and your money takes you a lot further than it does at home. It’s not uncommon for...
Your ultimate 3-week Thailand itinerary (2025) $5k | part 3 – South of Bangkok
Welcome to the Land of Smiles! The jewel in Southeast Asia, where street food is Michelin-star worthy, the people are legitimately always happy, everywhere you go is on the beach, and your money takes you a lot further than it does at home. After doing a ton of...
Where Do Those Oktoberfest Outfits Come From?
This fashion statement worn by busty party-goes is actually a frock for country bumpkins. You’ve seen them in Charlie’s Angels, Heidi, Saint Pauli Girl, the Sound of Music, and your friends’ Oktoberfest IG stories. If you're thinking of doing Oktoberfest, read this...
Your ultimate 3-week Thailand itinerary (2025) $5k | part 4 – The Gulf
After doing a ton of research and planning, and then spending a combined 2 months in Thailand, I wanted to pass my knowledge off about Thailand trip costs and planning to anyone planning to come visit this beautiful country. This blog is about luxe travel at...
The Oldest Restaurants in San Francisco Restaurants (2025)
San Francisco's Oldest Restaurants According to restaurant tech platform, Toast, there are 4,415 restaurants in San Francisco. Many are superlative in one way or another - best oysters, most famous drag show, best view of the Golden Gate Bridge... But in uncertain...
21 coolest things to do in Medellín, Colombia (2026)
I did a solo trip to Medellín planning to stay for 1 week. That’s how much time I thought I would need to execute the standard recommended tourist activities and visit the best places list. I ended up staying for 3 years and I go back all the time - still with...
Your 10-day 2025 Italy Itinerary: Rome, Florence, and Cinque Terre
Italian Quickie /'ĭt′l-ē,ˈkwikē/ INFORMAL noun 1. a short-term romantic relationship with an Italian man or woman, taking place in the hometown of said person 2. a quick trip to Italy, lasting 10 days or less Let's talk about #2. No matter how much we overrun...
9 Popular Colombian dishes: the best street food that can be found on every corner (2025)
Colombia has some of the most beautiful and unique dining experiences of anywhere I've been. I highly suggest any foodie make it a point to go there to the high-end and visually stunning dining scenes in city's like Cartagena and Medellín. If you're looking for a...
This is How Much My Destination Wedding Cost in Cartagena, Colombia
Is it cheaper for Americans to do a destination wedding than to have it in the US? Yes, for many of us; particularly those of us who live somewhere like California. Obviously, it depends on what you could put together here in the states, what you want to do for your...
9 Best unique foodie experiences San Francisco Bay Area in 2025
People in San Francisco take food very seriously. Eating here is more of a ceremony than a pastime and we don’t go out just to eat. We go out to live a foodie lifestyle. We want events catered around catering. We want to use all 6 senses to get to know where our food...
Your perfect 10-day Colombia itinerary (2025)
It's your first time going to Colombia and you only have 10 days. Perfect. Here's your 10-day Colombia itinerary: 4 nights in Medellín (Friday - Tuesday) 3 nights in Tayrona (Tuesday - Friday) 2 nights in Cartagena (Friday - Sunday) This Colombia travel itinerary is...
How Much are Yacht Rentals in Cartagena, Colombia (2025)
This blog post is in response to this question that I got on my This is How Much a Destination Wedding Costs in Cartagena, Colombia blog: "Hello! I saw your blog about your awesome and very beautiful destination wedding in Cartagena! My fiancé and I are doing the...
13 Best Souvenirs and Gifts to Buy in Colombia (2025)
Colombia is a recent phenomenon in the travel community - drawing pilgrims in hordes, due to its beautiful landscape, warm yet modern culture, and of course - affordable prices. While the first thing we tend to do in a country whose purchasing power pales in...
10 best restaurants in Cartagena in – and how much they cost (2025)
Cartagena is known for its stunningly beautiful restaurants with incredible food at shockingly affordable prices. You can find delicious street food in colonial squares just as easily as you can find a 21-course tasting menu at one of Cartagena's many fine dining...