Traveling in Southeast Asia cannot be without hiccups. I heard horror stories of many border crossings, especially in Laos, so when I did my research and pre-booked Cambodian visas and buses, I thought we were set. And for the trip from Bangkok to Siem Reap, all went relatively smoothly. We … [Read more...] about The World’s Longest Border Crossing
Photo Friday: New York, NY
My bi-yearly trips to New York have become one of my favorite times of year, as it allows me to see the city in both summer and winter. I get the chance to explore and catch up with friends before starting work for the trade show. This time around, we were scheduled on an early morning flight into … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: New York, NY
How to Thrive as a Freelance Writer
I've been working as a freelance writer for the last five years, albeit not yet full time. What I've learned is that writing is, in the words of Lean In, not a ladder, but a jungle gym. There's no direct path to where you want to be, no perfect job or internship that opens doors. You make moves … [Read more...] about How to Thrive as a Freelance Writer
What I Learned in College
My degree is a Bachelor's in Political Science from the College of Charleston, currently framed and leaned against my closet door, gathering dust since 2010. I'm frequently asked why I got that degree and by some, why I wasted my parents' money on a degree I wasn't even going to use. I sometimes … [Read more...] about What I Learned in College
Regrets and Illness on Koh Tao
From the moment the ferry got close to Koh Tao, I was already filled with regret. After spending the last week and a half on Koh Samui for my friend's wedding, I thought I'd had enough island time, but that wasn't the case. While parts of Koh Samui were certainly beautiful, particularly the area … [Read more...] about Regrets and Illness on Koh Tao