When I planned this trip to Southeast Asia, I knew that I would have some level of culture shock. But here in Hanoi, Vietnam (Hà …
From Deck to Dép: Land-Sickness, Street Food, and My Muted Debut in Hanoi
How to Make Friends While Turning Green at Sea, My Indonesian Liveaboard Saga
When was the last time you got on a plane at 1:30 in the morning? It’s been a minute for me, and I don’t like …
Galangal, Gods, and Gridlock, A Culinary Tale from Bali
When I was chatting up a Seattle friend about what I should do while in Bali, Indonesia, she mentioned her favorite memory of her time …
The Great Puerto Escondido Gastronomic Grand Tour
Food blog or travel blog? I’m currently sitting on my gorgeous deck in Sanur, Bali, Indonesia, typing about the amazing food I had during my …
Chasing the Sun to Bali, A Very Long Story
That was without a doubt the worst travel experience of my life! And not through any fault of the airlines. My long trip from just …
The Unplanned Plot Twists of My Puerto Escondido Farewell Tour
Boy, do I have a story for you! Travel is never easy, but getting from Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, México to Seattle, Washington, USA was particularly …
Speaking the Language of Friendship: Connecting in Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, México, has been absolutely fantastic, save for a few minor hiccups. I inadvertently stayed through the hottest months of April and May, …
Go-Bag Glam and Hurricane Havoc: My Wild Ride with Erick in Puerto Escondido
Now, I already know what you are going to say. Why in the world are you in the tropics during hurricane season!?! Well, you see, …
Puerto Escondido Unleashed
Have you ever seen a bark scorpion? I spotted one the other night scuttling towards my bare feet in the kitchen! They are big and …
Sunstroke, Smiles, and Suspicious Swimmers: A Midday Hike in Puerto Escondido
Hiking groups can be loads of fun and a really great way to meet new people while visiting areas that you might never think of …