The tourist trail is sometimes more enlightening than the philosopher’s path.
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Three days in Moscow provided me a nuanced impression of the city, albeit one I want to build upon with future visits.
Continue ReadingBattle of the Bornean Cities
I found the states of Sabah and Sarawak—and, in particular, their capitals of Kota Kinabalu and Kuching—to be completely different.
Continue ReadingWhat to Do With 48 Hours in Hobart
If you only have 48 hours in Hobart, you simply won’t be able to fit everything in. But this list will give you the best chance of seeing the best of the best.
Continue ReadingHow Not to Fuck Up Asia’s Most Epic Island Day Trip
My decision to make a day trip from Kota Kinabalu to the remote island of Bohey Dulang was significantly outside the bounds of a standard “adventure.”
Continue ReadingHow to Get a Russia Visa
One of the many reasons I held off visiting Russia as long as I did was the complicated visa process.
Continue ReadingDutch Apple Pie with the Queen of the Skies
My experience with KLM’s World Business Class, aboard its aging (but still regal) 747, completely exceeded my expectations.
Continue ReadingHere’s How Poland Does Luxury Air Travel
Learn more about my experience flying business on LOT Polish Airways, and also how I booked the journey using miles and points.
Continue ReadingIs Thailand Cheap?
Is Thailand still cheap? That’s very much in the eye of the beholder.
Continue ReadingAll Malaysia’s Best-Fed Vanity
Malaysia, Truly Asia. Does vanity get better fed than that?
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