My adventures finding living quarters in Đà Nẵng, Việt Nam have been chaotic at best and started six months ago. Through my travels, I have …
The Da Nang Bait-and-Switch, Why My Best Views Were Always From the Wrong Balcony
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Phú Quốc Departures & High-Pressure Arrivals in Hội An
My oh my, do I have a story for you! It’s probably the strangest thing that has ever happened to me. But first I have …
Anemone of the State: Making Friends in the Phu Quoc Reef
Did you know that Phú Quốc, Việt Nam is world renowned for its pearls? I didn’t either, but I certainly do now! There are loads …
Bubbles on the Balcony, Chaos on the Cable Car, Why I’m Not Allowed Near Washing Machines in Phu Quoc
Gondola! The longest three-cable system in the entire world! The longest over-ocean aerial cable car on this planet! Yes, please. This is the main reason …
Come for the View, Stay (Forever) in the Phu Quoc Immigration Line
When I originally booked my flight from Bangkok, Thailand, to Phú Quốc, Việt Nam, I picked the very pleasant time of 2pm. This would allow …
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, …