Anthony Bourdain related going to Asia for the first time like finding out there's a new color you never knew existed and I feel the same way. It's overwhelming and surprising and always a little bit stressful. There's constantly something new to experience, from the bizarre looking fruits like … [Read more...] about 10 Lessons from Three Months in Southeast Asia
Archives for June 2014
Losing My Grandmother In London
I've had some pretty bad luck throughout my year of travels, but I'm not the only one. On my first trip to London, I went with my mom, sister and grandmother. It was a gift for my sixteenth birthday. My Meme is an intrepid traveler herself, having seen every continent, so she makes it a point to … [Read more...] about Losing My Grandmother In London
Where I Slept in Southeast Asia
I didn't sleep in the same bed for more than a week for the last three months, including some luxury hotels, some guesthouses and my fair share of boats and trains. Most were to my liking and we soon learned that for $20 USD per night, we could get comfortable rooms, free breakfast and free WiFi … [Read more...] about Where I Slept in Southeast Asia
Photo Friday: Cat Ba Island, Vietnam
Cat Ba Island, the women's island, was named for the rediscovery of the island when only women were seen. The men were out fishing, of course. The largest island in Halong Bay is an UNESCO World Heritage site and national park, not to mention a great add-on to the standard cruises. After one night … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Cat Ba Island, Vietnam
What I Want in a Halong Bay Cruise
When planning a trip to Vietnam, I heard too much information about Halong Bay cruises. I was inundated with information, so it became hard to know where to start. While I'd heard lots of good things about the Hanoi Backpackers Castaways cruises, it became clear to be that I would be expected to … [Read more...] about What I Want in a Halong Bay Cruise