Bits and pieces of Julia Roberts’ Bali are within your reach, even if excessive tourism largely cancels out what appears in the film “Eat, Pray, Love.”
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Three Perfect Days in Cartagena
Traveling to Cartagena, Colombia? Here’s how to spend three days in Cartagena, including beautiful beaches, history and an active volcano.
Continue ReadingThe Monkey Man of Kuala Lumpur
Have you ever been under the impression that the rules don’t apply to you? Read about how an experience with a monkey owners in Malaysia reminded me that this is never the case.
Continue ReadingWhy I Trust My Teeth to Thailand
The decision of whether or not to take part in dental tourism in Thailand is yours alone, but here’s why I’m glad I did!
Continue ReadingThe Last Place Gandhi Called Home
The highlight of my day in Delhi was undoubtedly Gandhi Smriti or “Birla House,” the last place Mahatma Gandhi ever lived.
Continue ReadingThe Most Boring Places I’ve Traveled
Just as beautiful people can be un-interesting, even the prettiest of the places I’ve listed here left me feeling uninspired.
Continue ReadingJust How Cheap Is India?
Is India cheap? The short answer is “yes, of course,” though there are a few caveats.
Continue ReadingThe Ugly Side of Farm Work in Australia
Picking fruit or vegetables in Australia is a good, easy way to make money — or is it? Guest blogger “OzVegPickerGirl” shares her story.
Continue ReadingIs Oslo A Boring Place To Travel?
Norway’s capital has a reputation of being boring, but is it warranted? The pros and cons of visiting Oslo, according to me.
Continue ReadingThailand’s Best Island?
If you’re looking for a Thai island that’s big on scenery and light on “the scene,” beautiful Koh Kradan is definitely your best choice.
Continue ReadingThe Guilty Traveler’s Sister
Have you ever suffered from traveler’s guilt?
Continue ReadingWelcome to Bangkok, Stephanie!
I wasn’t sure how Stephanie was going to react to manic, eclectic Bangkok. Here’s how she did on day one!
Continue ReadingIs Bali a Shithole?
I won’t go so far as to say I hate Bali, though I doubt I would ever return there, even if someone paid me.
Continue ReadingAre There Nice Beaches in Singapore?
Does Singapore have beautiful beaches and, if so, where are they?
Continue ReadingThe Other Side of the Berlin Wall
Berlin has gained an international reputation for its all-night parties, sex clubs and other assorted debaucheries, so it’s ironic that I may well have fallen in love here.
Continue ReadingThe Paradox of Venice, Italy
Venice, you might say, is like an extremely attractive (but extremely annoying) man or woman.
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