One thing I love about having a travel blog is that it lets me meet amazing everyday people and also gives me a chance to meet my travel heroes. I’ve had drinks with Pauline Frommer, got to meet Rick Steves, became friends with Johnny Jet and Matt Gross the (ex) Frugal Traveler, hung out with [...]
Tag Archives: Guidebooks
Interview with Pauline Frommer
April 19, 2010 – 5:07 am
Pauline Frommer, daughter of guidebook legend Arthur Frommer, sits down with us to talk about the family business, her own line of guidebooks, budget travel tips, and her worst travel experience ever. Nomadic Matt: Many kids choice the opposite of their parent’s interest but embraced your father’s love of travel. Is there one moment in [...]
My Travel Gear
August 18, 2009 – 3:37 pm
In five days, I’ll be on my way to Spain. After two months of being home, it’s time to head back out and explore my world. I’ve spent the last week getting my gear together, shopping for some new clothes, and making sure all my ducks were in a row. Last year, I talked about [...]
Interview with Thailand Writer, Suzanne Nam
April 8, 2009 – 2:50 pm
A few months ago, I interviewed Panama Guidebook author William Friar. Moon Guidebooks liked it so much they asked me if I wanted to review their Thailand guidebook and interview the author. Since I am always interested in what people write about my favorite country, I agreed. I found the book to be a lot [...]
Interview with Panama Writer, William Friar
December 16, 2008 – 2:51 pm
This month’s interview is from Moon Guidebook author William Friar. He is their Panama author and shares his insights on this rapidly developing country and what he thinks is in store in the future. Nomadic Matt: How did you end up as a guidebook writer? William Friar: This will really annoy anyone who’s trying to [...]