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Drottningholm Palace near Stockholm, Sweden

Three Stockholm Day Trips

13 August 2018

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

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Raukar on Fårö, Gotland, Sweden

Finding Hawai’i in Sweden

30 July 2018

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

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Chao Phraya River at night in Bangkok, Thailand

The City of Angels (À La Thailand)

16 July 2018

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)

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Buddha Head in Ayutthaya, Thailand

Visiting the Former Capitals of Thailand – Sukhothai and Ayutthaya

27 June 2018

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

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The Hoa Lo Prison (Maison Centrale) in Hanoi, Vietnam

Exploring Việt Nam War History

8 June 2018

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

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Eating Banh Mi in Hanoi, Vietnam

Guest Post: Travels with my Son

28 May 2018

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

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Beautiful scenery in the Citadel of Huế.

Sài Gòn Bound

20 May 2018

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

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Humayun's Tomb in Delhi, India

Agra and Delhi – End of the Line

23 April 2018

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

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A Hindu Temple in Thuckalay, Tamil Nadu, India

Tamil Temple Touring

17 March 2018

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

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French Street Signs in Pondicherry, India

Peaceful Pondicherry

13 March 2018

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

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Hej – I'm Aaron! When I'm not working my regular job, I love to travel, study languages (svenska anyone?), and learn about history and culture. I'm also a "pandemic cook" attempting to learn the secrets of Indian cuisine from my apartment in Texas!

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