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 …
Anemone of the State: Making Friends in the Phu Quoc Reef
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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 …
From Deck to Dép: Land-Sickness, Street Food, and My Muted Debut in Hanoi
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 …
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 …
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 …
An Early Bird’s Guide to Mazatlán’s El Faro
Real quick, do a google search on what to do in Mazatlán, México and you will find a ton of fun tours, boat trips, and …
Cozumel Chaos: When Seas Get Rough and Paste Gets Grounded
Well, it’s been a long while since I physically ran for a plane. I travel a lot, so I’ve learned it’s better to be three …
Six Weeks in Peniche, Portugal
Do you remember back in the day when kids would take a year between high school and college to travel around Europe? You know, stay …