North AmericaSan Francisco
Top 3 chill date spots in San Francisco
Whether you’re balling on a budget or you’re just not into taking someone to a boujee restaurant, here are 3 of my top favorite chill date spots in San Francisco!
Top 3 awesome coffee shops to set up camp in the Castro
For those days when you just can’t bring yourself to go into the office today, or simply want a change of pace.
Top 3 cheap and delicious Mexican places in the Mission
Rain or shine, in a hurry or looking for a place to sit for a bit, Mexican food is perfect for any of your moods.
North AmericaLos Angeles
Spotlight: Adventures at Big Bear Lake.
Welcome to a Spotlight article of Skive it Los Angeles. Today we will be featuring Big Bear Lake!
Top 3 Malibu beaches
Known for its beautiful beaches and its extravagent views, Malibu is one of the most scenic places in Southern California. Do you ever wonder why everyone wants to move to California?
Spotlight: What goes into a viral YouTube video of K-pop dancers at UCLA
Koreos is a dance team at UCLA that has over 250,000 subscribers and 30 million total views on its YouTube channel. Let's take a look at what it is like to be on Koreos and be a YouTube star!
North AmericaAustin
Spotlight: Make Yourself at Home at The University of Texas at Austin
Today, we visit the forty acres. Boldly settled in the heart of The Lone Star State, The University of Texas at Austin embodies both tradition and innovation.
North AmericaMill Valley
Top 3 underrated trails in Mill Valley
You’re either a NorCal native or visiting! Here are three of my top favorite trails that I feel are super underrated.
Staff Spotlight: Clare Toy
A member of our marketing team, Clare, discusses how she rediscovered her home after attending college in the Midwest.
North AmericaMinneapolis
Sunday in the Twin Cities
Welcome to The Twin Cities! Minnesota is known as the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.”
Staff Spotlight: Robyn Yeh
A member of our marketing team, Robyn, discusses her summer in Minneapolis, Minnesota as a native Texan.
North AmericaNew York City
NYC fashion, downtown districts
In this article, I, a student at New York University, will take you through my interpretation on the different styles of the districts surrounding the school
Sunday as a NYU student
Take a look at what it's like to be an NYU student in this edition of Skive It Sundays.
North AmericaPalo Alto
Sunday as a Stanford student
Experience life as a Stanford student and find out about the hidden gems of the campus!
Top 3 trendy foods to try in Palo Alto
Visiting Palo Alto? A huge foodie? Here are the most insta-worthy foods in Palo Alto.
North AmericaPortland
Top 3 refreshing places to escape the heat in Portland, Oregon
The Pacific Northwest might be known for rain, as opposed to sun, but we have our hot days too. And when those hot days come, you're going to want to know just where to go to escape them.
Top 3 relaxing coffee shops in Portland, Oregon
Portland may be famous for being weird and quirky, but these coffee shops show that this city has a quiet and cozy side as well.
Top 3 entertaining places to eat in Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon has always been known for its quirky people, but not everyone knows about its quirky eateries.
North AmericaEast Coast
Top 3 hottest eateries in Northern Virginia for July 2016
Craving for an authentic Japanese ramen, casual Mediterranean food, or a delicious ice cream? NoVa got you covered.
Top 3 calming study spots at Duke University
Exams coming up? Stressed out? Here are some study spots that will help you de-stress and get that last-minute studying done.
Top 3 quiet coffee shops in Charlottesville
For the unlucky few in summer school, here are the best spots to catch up on reading, homework and studying for exams.
North AmericaWashington DC
Top 3 dessert cafes in Georgetown Washington DC
Georgetown Cupcakes may be the most famous dessert in the area. However, that doesn’t mean it is the only dessert café in Georgetown. Craving something sweet? Check out these local-favorite dessert cafes if you want to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Top 3 late night restaurants in U Street, Washington DC
The U Street corridor is home to many bars, lounges, and clubs. If you get hungry after hours of dancing, check out these restaurants that will satisfy your late-night cravings!
Top 3 casual restaurants for spotting political leaders in Washington DC
These are some of the more affordable restaurants and eateries where if you are lucky enough, you may end up eating next to the Commander-in-chief.
North AmericaBerkeley
Top 3 Chinese Restaurants in Berkeley
Who doesn't like Chinese Food!
Top 3 boba shops in Berkeley
Every season is boba season.
Top 3 belly-busting burger joints in Downtown Berkeley
Stomach growling? Make a visit to one of these joints downtown for your burger fix in Downtown Berkeley
North AmericaWest coast
Top 3 budget romantic activities in Yosemite NP
Was it really impossible to have a budget and romantic getaway at Yosemite National Park? I set to find out, and here are the gems I found.
A Sunday in Yosemite NP
We all need a break from San Francisco's hustle and bustle sometimes, and what better place to do it than one of the most beautiful national parks in the world?
North AmericaToronto
Top 3 affordable lunch spots in Toronto
Your stomach is rumbling and you're watching the seconds SLOWLY tick by on your workstation computer, waiting for that beautiful moment of freedom- LUNCHTIME.
AsiaHong Kong
Spotlight: Chungking Mansions
There’s a building complex in the very heart of Kowloon that is a maze of blocks, elevators and multiple stairwells filled with electrical cables, pipes and where the walls are covered in graffiti.
A Sunday in Sai Kung, Hong Kong
Today, we’re taking a step out of the inner city and into Sai Kung
A Sunday in Central, Hong Kong
Mid levels is one of the most expensive residential area in Hong Kong but you can also find Soho and many other stylish boutiques, galleries and shops.
AsiaGuangzhou
Top 3 fun restaurants near the metro stations in Guangzhou
Subways are by far one of the best modes of public transportation out there. Wanna know the best part? There are hundreds of amazing restaurants around the corner of every station!
Top 3 cozy places for chitchat over lunch next to South China Normal University West Gate
Are you tired of food in dining hall? Do you have trouble with finding places to make best use of lunch time, talking about clubs, organization, business affairs or gossip?
Top 3 take-out beverage shops with leisure space near South China Normal University West Gate
Enough time for the meeting or class, you may wonder to enjoy a take-out beverage; better yet you can wait for your friends here.
AsiaBeijing
Top 3 shops to visit in Wudaoying Hutong, Beijing
Wudaoying Hutong is a street full of artistic roadside shops. If you are looking for interesting stores with traditional decoration and setting, this is the place you want to go!
AsiaSeoul
Spotlight: Skiving it Louis Vuitton style
Today I will skive you on an interactive journey Louis Vuitton style
A Sunday near the Banpo Bridge, Seoul: Eat, play, and love
In Seoul, you'd be amazed by the variety of places you can go to eat, play,and love.
Top 3 must-try noodle shops in Seoul, Korea
Korea is heaven for noodle lovers! Check out these top 3 must-try noodle shops in Seoul.
EuropeCambridge
Top 3 engaging places to discuss ‘Brexit’ in Cambridge, UK
For when you want to learn more about British views on Brexit or contemplate how politics are evolving, check out these three places!
EuropeLondon
Top 3 parks to visit in London
London is a world cultural capital and the world’s most visited city as measured by international arrivals. There are tons around to enjoy, but read on to find out the top three parks to visit!
Top 3 food stands in Borough Market, London
It wasn’t easy, but it had to be done - picking favorites in Borough Market!
A Sunday in Paris