“It’s as if – and I mean this in the very best way possible – we were in totally different cities on totally different days.”
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7 Reasons I (Kind of) Hate San Francisco
I hate San Francisco—and I don’t care who knows it.
Continue ReadingThe Bali in “Eat, Pray, Love”
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.”
Continue ReadingThree 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.
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