Travel Journal
Weaving, Shiisa And Ishiganto: Experiencing Culture On Japan’s Taketomi Island
“That’s Ishiganto,” explains Kyoko, one of the hotel staff. “There are many ghosts on Taketomi Island, and this plate tells ghosts they cannot go this way.” I sure hope ghosts can follow directions. I’m currently visiting Japan and staying at HOSHINOYA Okinawa, a traditional yet luxurious resort, getting a tour of the property. There are…Read more...
Awkward Moments In Bolivia’s Siloli Desert
One of my most epic yet awkward adventures was a trip through Bolivia‘s Siloli Desert. For those who aren’t sure what this is, it’s where you’ll find the iconic Uyuni Salt Flat (Salar de Uyuni), the world’s largest salt flat at 4,086 square miles. For some reason, however, you never hear about the desert’s other…Read more...
Learning To Stand Up Paddle Board In Tobago
*A big thanks to the Trinidad & Tobago Tourism Board for hosting my trip! I was not required to write about the trip, nor was I compensated for this post. All opinions are my own. Located on the northwest coast of Tobago in the Caribbean, Pigeon Point is one of the island’s most beautiful beaches.…Read more...
Why South America Is The Best Destination For Backpackers
In terms of long-term backpacking, I’ve done Europe twice, Ghana, South East Asia, China, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and — my personal favorite — South America. After three months making my way from Brazil, through Argentina, Patagonia, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and ending in the Galapagos, I realized South America provides a full and convenient…Read more...
A Walk In The Woods: Hiking Mount Tammany At The Delaware Water Gap In Winter
For those looking to do a scenic and semi-challenging winter hike, one worthwhile option is heading to the Delaware Water Gap in New Jersey/Pennsylvania and trekking to Mount Tammany. At 1,526 feet tall, the mountain sits on the New Jersey side of the Delaware Water Gap, across from Mount Minsi on the Pennsylvania side. You…Read more...
Confessions Of A Business Class Virgin
“I’ll have the confit duck leg with braised lentils, snow peas an mustard fruits, please,” I say, finally deciding on meat over the strozzapreti pasta with tomato and roasted capsicum. No, I’m not at a 5-star restaurant. I’m flying business class on Qantas on their BOEING 747-400. The stewardess, who is dressed in a classy black…Read more...
South Australia Beyond The Barossa: An Epicurious Experience In Adelaide Hills
“The best piece of wine advice ever given to me was to drink promiscuously,” says Jason Miller of Rich & Lingering, our tour guide for the day. “Try different styles, flavors, grapes.” We’re departing the Hilton Adelaide for a day spent in South Australia’s lesser-known wine country. While most people head straight to the Barossa…Read more...
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