Posted: 05/14/19 | May 14th, 2019 You meet a lot of interesting and smart people when you run an online business and travel the world. One of the people I’ve met is best-selling author Mark Manson. We had orbited each other for many years and finally met when he moved to New York City. We’ve […]
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Is Southeast Asia Safe for Travelers?
Last Updated: 8/24/23 | August 24th, 2023 Southeast Asia is one of the most popular regions in the world for backpackers and budget travelers. It’s home to a well-worn travel trail that dates back to the 1960s and ’70s, stretching across Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Singapore. I’ve been visiting […]
41 Signs You Are a Travel Addict
Got the travel bug? Always think about distant places? Well, chances are you are a travel addict. Once the travel bug infects you, there is no going back — you are a traveler for life. I have the bug; everything I do revolves around travel. I’m addicted. Here are some signs you might be a travel addict too…
Washington D.C. Travel Guide
Having grown up in New England, visiting Washington D.C. is something I’ve done since I was a kid. I love the capital. There are over 175 embassies, ambassador’s residences, and international cultural centers here. That means there’s a diversity and culture here you won’t find in most other cities in the US (except maybe NYC). […]
11 Reasons Why I Love Thailand (And Why You Need to Visit)
Last Updated: 7/6/22 | July 6th, 2022 I’ve been to Thailand more times than I can count. I’ve lived in Bangkok twice, I’ve run tours through the country, and, if I stay away for more than a year, I feel as if a piece of me is missing. I love Thailand. It holds a special […]
New York City Travel Guide
New York is the most visited city in the United States and for good reason. It’s famous for….well, just about everything, New York City is the beating heart of the world — which is why I call it home. Every culture, language, and food is represented here. Unsurprisingly, there is a never-ending list of things […]
Hosteling for Baby Boomers
All too often, hostels fall victim to a few common stereotypes. Hostels are considered to be dirty, loud, and uncomfortable. Fortunately, most hostels are actually very clean, organized, and full of wonderful people. Best of all, you’ll find people of all ages in them! If you are a traveling baby boomer be sure to give hostels a chance – your wallet will thank you!
Berlin Travel Guide
As Germany’s capital and the largest city in the country, almost everyone who visits “The Land of Poets and Thinkers” visits Berlin. While I at first disliked the “industrial” look of the city, its gritty feel, art, history, and nightlife grew on me as I explored. Today, it’s one of my favorite cities in Europe! […]
Munich Travel Guide
Munich, the largest city in southern Germany and the capital of Bavaria, is famous for its annual beer festival, Oktoberfest. But there’s a lot more to visiting Munich than drinking steins of beer. The city is host to a beautiful historic city center, an old castle, large parks and gardens, hearty German food, and beer […]
15 Lessons from 15 Years of Blogging
Posted: 4/2/23 | April 2nd, 2023 Today is a big day. It marks fifteen years running this website. I posted my first blog entry in early April 2008, after spending over a month bugging friends I met in Vietnam for help with coding. Back then, in the days before WordPress, you had to hand-code everything, […]
14 Things to See and Do in Portland, Oregon
Last Updated: 3/4/24 | March 4th, 2024 Portland, Oregon, is one of America’s most unique cities. With a world-class food scene, plentiful local breweries, and postcard-perfect scenery, it’s surprising that more people don’t visit this eclectic city. I first visited here in 2011 for Thanksgiving. While in Spain, I made friends who lived in Portland […]
There is No Such Thing as “Must See”
There are so many incredible places in the world, but even with all the wonders, I believe there’s no such thing as a “must-see.” In this post, I discuss my philosophy when it comes to travel.