Discover it.
Go beyond the postcard. Explore hidden history, culture, places with a past, and local legends—always with folklore clearly distinguished from documented history.
Read the stories →
Secrets & LatitudeTRAVEL STORIESFOR THE CURIOUS TRAVELERHi, I’m Rhode. I believe there’s more to a destination than the pictures we see online. Let me show you the history, the little surprises, and the experiences that make a place feel real—then help you plan a trip of your own.
Begin with Aruba →
Go beyond the postcard. Explore hidden history, culture, places with a past, and local legends—always with folklore clearly distinguished from documented history.
Read the stories →See the places through my own travels: what I did, what surprised me, what I loved, and what I would do differently next time.
See Aruba through my eyes →Bring the trip within reach with itineraries, places to stay, transportation tips, and options for spending where it matters to you.
Start planning →Start with the island’s gold-mill ruins, caves, and stories. Then come along on my birthday trip—beach days, a resort day pass, De Palm Island, good food, and the practical choices that helped me make the most of five days.


Growing up Haitian, I heard folklore and legends that made me wonder what was behind the story. Travel made me even more curious about the people and places we visit. I also love figuring out how to make the trip happen without assuming everyone has an unlimited budget.
There isn’t one right way to travel. I want to help you find yours.
Get to know me →Aruba is the first full guide. Curaçao, New Orleans, and Puerto Rico are coming soon, with my firsthand notes and travel media to follow.