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)
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
It is one thing to learn about a far-off war in history class, but quite another to go there and learn the opposite perspective. In this post, I delve into the Vietnamese perspective of the Việt Nam War by visiting several important war sites throughout the country. … More Exploring Việt Nam War History
My Dad joined me for a two-week journey through Việt Nam. In this post, he shares his thoughts from the trip and his impressions of the country! … More Guest Post: Travels with my Son
Over a thousand miles separate the Vietnamese cities of Hà Nội and Hồ Chí Minh City, and you are spoiled for choice when it comes to stopping somewhere in between. Here are a few great options! … More Sài Gòn Bound
In this post, I visit the teeming cities of northern India: Agra and Delhi. Though shrouded in smog, there is much beauty to be found here! … More Agra and Delhi – End of the Line
The south Indian state of Tamil Nadu is a devoutly Hindu region with a rich heritage of worship and temple architecture. In this post, I delve into the fascinating religion, history, and culture of this ancient society. … More Tamil Temple Touring
Pondicherry, a former French colonial enclave within British India, offers a change of scenery from the surrounding state of Tamil Nadu. Yet, it remains unmistakably Indian. Read on to discover this unique city! … More Peaceful Pondicherry
