Three days in Moscow provided me a nuanced impression of the city, albeit one I want to build upon with future visits.
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Battle 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.
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What 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.
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How 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.”
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How 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.
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Is Thailand Cheap?
Is Thailand still cheap? That’s very much in the eye of the beholder.
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All Malaysia’s Best-Fed Vanity
Malaysia, Truly Asia. Does vanity get better fed than that?
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Three Days in Kuala Lumpur
The truth of my history here (which I’ll explain in the body of this post) is complicated. Thankfully, enjoying three days in Kuala Lumpur is not.
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The truth of my history here (which I’ll explain in the body of this post) is complicated. Thankfully, enjoying my Kuala Lumpur itinerary is not.
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Circling The Whirlpool’s Edge
Everyone, deep in their hearts, is waiting for the end of the world to come.
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Russia and Rubicons
“Triumphant” is a good word to sum up my impression of Russia.
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Three Days in Matsumoto
Three days in Matsumoto is a great respite, even if you think you don’t need one.
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Three Days in Kathmandu
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.
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The Long Journey to the Eastern Tip of Cuba
Objectively, Baracoa is absolutely worth the time and trouble it takes to get there, with alluring culture, mouthwatering cuisine and stunning beach scenery. Practically, however, visiting can be a challenge.
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Three Breathtaking Days in Bergen
Europe’s supposedly wettest city is a constant source of sunshine as I look back on my travels.
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How to Trek to Everest Base Camp Without Going Broke
The good news is that there’s a way to trek to Everest Base Camp that puts more rupees in the pockets of the guides and porters who help you get there. The better news? This way is also much, much cheaper for you.
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