04/5/12

Why I’ll Never Stop Traveling

A few days ago I wrote a post about why California will never stop calling me home. While this is true, not even California can keep me from hitting the road whenever possible. My first true travel experience was a six week study abroad program in Barcelona, Spain. The program was very structured and I […]

04/1/12

Cali Swag: Why Home Will Never Stop Calling

California just about has it all. I know most people have a soft spot in there heart for the place they’re from and why shouldn’t they? Their beloved family and friends are there, their favorite food spot is close by, and it’s “amazing at [this or that] time of year,” but California is, well, different. […]

03/30/12

The Food of Laos

From making my own Laap to eating off banana leaves in the middle of the jungle, I never grew tired of the food of Laos.

03/29/12

Lao Daredevil Children

Not only tourists were enjoying the Blue Lagoon: Lao daredevil children also took part in the fun

03/28/12

Kwang Si or Fairytale?

The Kwang Si Waterfall resembles a fairytale more than any real waterfall I’ve ever seen. Luckily, our 64 km bike ride from Luang Prabang and back in the rain was worth it.

03/26/12

Muang Ngoi, Laos Sunset

The sleepy town of Muang Ngoi loses its power at 6pm each night, but who can complain when there are sunset like this to usher in the evening.

03/25/12

Choosing the Perfect Travel Companion

While I do love traveling solo, having a travel companion also has its advantages. Costs can be split for things like rooms and taxis, they help with the loneliness of being far from home and if nothing else, they provide a wingman. But if you decide to take this route of traveling with a buddy, […]