Who we are

Kao Air Travelers was inspired by my parents, Danny Kao and Julia Krasner.

They’ve spent the last 40 odd years together and have taught my sisters and I how rewarding travel can be, no matter your budget and accommodations. My dad coined the term “memory dividend”, which implies that you continue to be paid back for the cost of trips through the memories they provide for years after. My sisters and I have lived the most privileged life with them, traveling the world and only managing one sister blow up fight a year!

Some of my favorite memories come from fixing a flat tire in Reykajavik, showering three times a day during Hong Kong summer, and attempting not to catch hypothermia in Seoul. Every destination has a new story, and I love sharing them here at Kao Air Travelers.

As I continue to explore, my goal is to help others travel meaningfully, no matter their budget or background. Whether you’re a seasoned globetrotter or someone planning their first big trip, I hope our destinations provide you with practical tips and recommendations that make traveling easier and even more enjoyable.

- Lydia