Asia

Sakoku Sutra

September 21, 2022 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Some things are too good to be true, but not my recent fortune.

Brunei is Complicated

June 1, 2022 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Is Brunei worth visiting? It’s complicated.

Nepal Begins in Kathmandu

May 30, 2022 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Kathmandu is an enjoyable city and a great introduction to Nepal, even if you can’t manage to find a motorcycle-riding bad boy to help you navigate the terrible traffic.

A Day in Delhi Can Be Delightful

May 23, 2022 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

I think you’ll agree with me once your trip is through: Delhi can be delightful, after all.

Pearl of Goa

May 23, 2022 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

The best place to stay in Goa depends on where you are—and I’m not just talking about the name of the beach.

Colombo is More Than a Sri Lanka Crashpad

May 23, 2022 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Colombo is more than just a stop en route to more exciting places in Sri Lanka, or at least it should be.

Where Your Cup of Tea Was Born

May 22, 2022 by Robert Schrader 15 Comments

Sri Lanka’s tea-producing region is not only vastly different from anywhere else in the country, but is one of the most mysterious, awe-inspiring landscapes I’ve ever seen.