Probably my very favorite part of travel is getting to know people from around the world, and while I do love to learn about other cultures and ways of life, usually I'm most struck by how similar we all are, regardless of where we come from. But there have been two places where ...
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Off the Path: Puerto Edén
On how to travel to Puerto Eden, in Chile People often ask me what new country I want to visit next and while I still have tons of places on my bucket list, #1 isn't just a country, it's a continent. Guys, I've never been to South America! It's a little crazy that I still ...
September 2015 – 2 Months in Norway
You guys, it's October! Also known as the month of gorgeous falling leaves, blanket scarves, boots, pumpkin EVERYTHING, and Halloween! Wait, don't tell me Halloween isn't a thing in Norway... My second month living in Norway was a bit more hectic than anticipated, largely ...
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 ...
Boracay, Why Are You So Pretty?
I did my visa run in Laos this past summer at the height of the Thai crackdown on tourist visas, and I was a little nervous that I wouldn't be let back into the country. Plus, I had unwisely chosen to stand in line for a very stern looking immigration officer wearing dark ...