I recently had a friend express his desire to travel around the world once his kids were out of the house and he was retired (he is currently in his late 20s.) He asked me a question that I thought was important enough to share here on the blog: Why Now? Why at the young […]
Archives for March 2012
Bali and Gili Air Guide: Our Trip Review
We stayed the maximum amount of time on our Indonesian visa, and there is still so much left for us to explore. We can’t wait to return and explore more. Accommodation: We stayed in a few places during our month in Indonesia, here is our review on each of the guesthouses and bungalows. Each one […]
Why I Will Never Return to Koh Phi Phi
I found myself in a sea of people with a bright orange sticker that said “Phi Phi” on it in big letters, which we later coined as a “sucker sticker.” About 50 people were on the beach in the morning with me waiting for our boat to the island of Koh Phi Phi from Railay […]
Railay’s Eastside Hideaway
Prior to arriving in Railay I had heard two things about the island. The beaches on the west side were breathtaking and the “beaches” on the east side were full of mangroves and dirt. I had no idea what to expect and when I finally arrived after 2 flights and a long overnight bus trip […]
Hotel Amenities: What Do You Look For?
Free Internet. Complimentary breakfast. Air conditioning. Lockers. Safe. Complimentary water refill. Ensuite bathroom. Transportation discount. Stay 2 nights – get 1 free. Josh and I spend a lot of time searching for the perfect guesthouse/hostel/hotel that will balance our budget with our desired amenities. We realize that you can’t have everything, but our question is […]
30 Quotes that Inspire me to Travel
1. ”So many people live within unhappy circumstances and yet will not take the initiative to change their situation because they are conditioned to a life of security, conformity, and conservatism, all of which may appear to give one peace of mind, but in reality nothing is more dangerous to the adventurous spirit within a […]
Lanta Thai Cookery School: Good smell, Good taste
I admit it. I’m a fraud when it comes to anything and everything related to Thai food. My tom yam soup has come from the frozen aisle of Trader Joe’s and my pad thai has been take out from the Thai restaurant down the street. Lanta Thai Cookery School took a gamble on a Chicago […]
Photo Tour of Maui, Hawaii
A photo tour of our trip to Maui, January 2010. More Maui photos here.
RTW Budget Update: Indonesia
We stayed 29 days and budgeted $40 per day for two people, which ended up being too low, even though our final average was pretty close. We were able to keep it low mainly by picking our accommodations carefully and eating very cheap. We found one warung in Indonesia that we loved and she served Nasi […]
My 30 Minute Coconut Juice
The streets of Ko Lanta are busy with vendors blending up fruit juices for 30 baht. The fruits are ripe and the juice is a refreshing necessity on the 36 degree days. The first day on the island I tasted the heartiest, sweetest all-natural coconut shake I have ever had. I am sure the woman making it […]