Traveling in Australia is expensive by most standards, so when visiting the cosmopolitan capital of Melbourne, you'll want to do your best to cut costs. It's difficult to avoid if you want to take advantage of the city's best restaurants, bars and hotels, but if you would rather keep your funds … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Melbourne
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Getting the Most Out of Your Cruise
I've never been a fan of big cruises because I always wish I was spending time at my destination rather than out at sea. They don't allow for much independent travel, apart from excursions. But my most recent trip may have changed my mind, as everyone books a cruise vacation for different reasons. … [Read more...] about Getting the Most Out of Your Cruise
My Favorite Eats of 2013
Why yes, it is that time of year where I get to relive my gluttony favorite meals from my travels of the year. I sure got around in 2013, so my favorite eats are certainly varied. And I've gotten worse about how many pictures I take of my meals, meaning they are much more frequent. To those who have … [Read more...] about My Favorite Eats of 2013
My Favorite Turkish Meals
What made my trip to Turkey so memorable was definitely the people, but the food also stands out in my mind. I'd had "Mediterranean style" cuisine before, namely kebabs, but I had dishes I'd never heard of and may never find back home. What's so memorable isn't necessarily the restaurants … [Read more...] about My Favorite Turkish Meals
Photo Friday: Baton Rouge, LA
The theme of my trip to Baton Rouge, Louisiana was eating and drinking way past the point of normal human capacity. It all started with Fete Rouge, the city's biggest celebration of food and wine, bringing together local chefs. I also got a chance to visit the area's beloved restaurants and even a … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Baton Rouge, LA