Laos is a predominately rural country, but its small cities hold some interesting discoveries. In this post, I explore Luang Prabang and the capital Vientiane. … More Urban Laos – Temples, Cafés, and Concrete Monsters
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
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
Hạ Long Bay is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Việt Nam, but it is still possible to have a great experience in spite of the crowds! In this post I describe my Hạ Long Bay tour with Vega Travel. … More Paying Respects to the Descending Dragon
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
Rajasthan is an arid desert region with a colorful culture. Follow along as I explore the blue and pink cities: Jodhpur and Jaipur. … More Rajasthan – Rajputs and Riots
Mumbai exemplifies the paradox of India: extreme wealth coexisting side-by-side with extreme poverty, the modern and the ramshackle on the same block. Yet, this contrast, combined with a little colonial heritage and some great food, make Mumbai an incredible place to explore! … More Bustling Bombay
The south Indian state of Kerala has a rich and unique cultural heritage. Three aspects of this culture stood out to me during my visit: the Kathakali theatre genre, the cultivation of tea, and the delicious coconut-based cuisine. … More Face Paint, Tea, and Coconuts
