Australia makes me do stupid adventurous things. If I can say one thing about my time spent in Australia, both in 2011 and now in 2014, is that it's been exciting. It started with sleeping in the open in the Outback with dingoes roaming around nearby. Then the riding a motorcycle … [Read more...] about Swimming with Crocs in Darwin
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Sleeping Like a Local at Sydney Central YHA
Returning to Sydney was an odd sensation, as I spent over six months living there in 2011, riding the train to work everyday past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This time around, I did something I never did back then: I stayed at a hostel in Sydney. I was lucky enough to be able to stay … [Read more...] about Sleeping Like a Local at Sydney Central YHA
Frequently Asked Questions on Solo Travel in Turkey
If I haven't proven to you by now what a beautiful place Turkey is and why it's worth visiting, I will never convince you. I guess the delicious food, friendly people and historical landmarks aren't for everyone. But if you are thinking about visiting Turkey, I want to answer some questions that … [Read more...] about Frequently Asked Questions on Solo Travel in Turkey
Packing for 3 Months in Asia
This trip has been two years in the making, so of course I've gone over what to pack about a million times in my head during that time. I knew I wanted to get as close to going carry on only as possible, although it's hard to manage when you're flying long-haul carriers and regional budget carriers, … [Read more...] about Packing for 3 Months in Asia
The Night I Got Engaged in Izmir
I'd been traveling overland around Turkey for over a week and was constantly surprised at how much I was enjoying myself. I'd gotten to know my fellow travelers and we seemed to be getting along. As we drove further and further away from Istanbul, I was falling more and more in love with the … [Read more...] about The Night I Got Engaged in Izmir