From outposts of the Knights Templar to engineering chefs d’œuvre, there is a lot to see in the southern French region of Occitanie. In this post, I share some of the things that stood out to me in the region. … More Explorations in Occitanie
Montpelllier is a major city on the south coast of France, but it’s not on the Riviera. Nonetheless, it is a beautiful, historic, and liveable city. Read on to find out more about Montpellier! … More Montpellier – The Non-Riviera South of France
With only one day to spend, the idea of conquering Italy’s second-largest city is a big task. I decide to hit the highlights to get a feel for what distinguishes Milan. … More 24 Hours in Milan
The Stockholm region is naturally beautiful and historically rich. In this post, I take three day trips to explore significant sites spanning the city’s twelve-century history. … More Three Stockholm Day Trips
Gotland, a Swedish island in the Baltic Sea, is a favorite summer vacation destination for mainland Swedes, but also a region with a long history of its own. In this post, I take a break from Stockholm to spend some time cycling on Gotland to discover its natural beauty and Medieval heritage. … More Finding Hawai’i in Sweden
Bangkok is a massive, complex city with many facets. From picturesque canals and ornate historic districts to modern skyscrapers and delicious food, there is plenty to discover here! … More The City of Angels (À La Thailand)
The Thai city of Chiang Mai has plenty of history, culture, and amenities and makes for a great place to hang out for a while. Read my impressions of the city in this post! … More Chiang Mai – Thailand’s Northern Capital
Though they are dwarfed by the scale of the Angkor temples, Sukhothai and Ayutthaya both played important roles as regional capitals in their day. I find the best way to explore them is by bike – read on to follow along! … More Visiting the Former Capitals of Thailand – Sukhothai and Ayutthaya
Once the capital of a mighty empire, the city of Angkor has long been overtaken by the forces of nature. Join me on a journey back in time through the ruins of the ancient Khmer capital. … More Cycling Back in Time: A Visit to Angkor
In the wake of the well-known war in neighboring Việt Nam, a dictator name Pol Pot rose to power in Cambodia. Over the next three years, he quietly oversaw the genocide of over a third of his people. In this post, I try to wrap my head around this horrible event that continues to have profound effects on Cambodian society. … More Discovering Cambodia’s Dark Side
