Not many people can say they spent their “hump day” in the company of dozens of Israeli camels – but I can!
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Postcards from Palestine
Traveling in Palestine not only provided me with incredible insight on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but proved to be among my most enjoyable experiences ever.
Continue ReadingThe Nude Beach of Cinque Terre
How a very brief trip to seedy Italian nude beach made me call almost everything into question.
Continue ReadingThe Pleasure Principality
If you’re unsure as to whether a visit to Monaco is worth it, I can assure you the answer is “yes.”
Continue ReadingPinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Today’s photo essay takes you with me to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, a place I already count among my favorites I’ve ever visited. I’m getting teary now just reminiscing about it!
Continue ReadingSri Lanka’s Hot, Sacred Mess
I found myself awestruck when I finished exploring Sri Lanka’s sacred city of Anuradhapura, but more because of its otherworldly aesthetic than its important history, which was largely lost on me.
Continue ReadingFear and Snakes in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s been at the top of my bucket list for a very long time. Let’s just hope none of these feisty snakes contribute to me kicking the bucket while I’m there!
Continue ReadingA Fresh Take on My Favorite City
“It’s as if – and I mean this in the very best way possible – we were in totally different cities on totally different days.”
Continue Reading7 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.”
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