I've already mentioned that I have big travel plans for 2015, and now that I've finally sorted my visas they're official! Next week Dan and I will be leaving Thailand for a week in Burma, after which we'll fly to Beijing and then travel overland through Mongolia and Russia back ...
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Christmas in Norway
I spent this past Christmas in Norway, where my mother is originally from. My family tries to spend at least every other Christmas in Norway with her family here, and guys, it is so absolutely magical! My family is incredibly supportive and proud of me. Lovely, right? Except ...
20 Countries and 14 Disasters
It's that time of year again! The (Northern European) streets are covered in snow, our homes are threatening to catch fire under piles of Christmas lights, and I'm pulling out all of my loosest fitting clothes in anticipation of all the Christmas cookies. Seriously, Christmastime ...
How to Kick through the Great Wall of Asian Politeness
One of the reasons I love Asia is that most people here seem to be just as shy and reserved as I am. But it can also drive me crazy. It's really hard to get to know people when you feel like they're always on their best manners. And let's be real, there have been quite a few ...
Oh You Pretty Places – December!
I can't believe it's already December! Somehow winter managed to totally creep up on me, probably because the weather in Chiang Mai has been anything but frosty. Still, November in Thailand is pretty magical, with Loi Krathong, the sort of festival that is so much fun that you ...