How is China reopening after the Coronavirus?
When the Covid-19 virus first hit, we had friends and relatives telling us to come back to the U.S. To […]
China: Politics and Culture, Love in the Time of COVID-19
Asia, Destinations, Thailand
The Weird, Colored Temples of Chiang Rai
Most temples in Thailand are beautiful but pretty standard. Sharply pitched roofs with carved decorations, often covered in gold leaf.
Chasing Elephants in Khao Yai National Park
Khao Yai National Park is full of animals. Despite being only three hours or so from Bangkok (or almost a
Asia, Destinations, Thailand
How the hell do you get to Pak Chong, Thailand?
Pak Chong, Thailand is only about two and a half hours away from Bangkok. It’s the gateway to Khao Yai
Asia, China, Destinations, Shanghai
Hold on to Your Butts: It’s Gucun Park, Shanghai
Gucun Park in Shanghai is also known as “dinosaur park.” Walk through dense forests of leafy green plants. There’s a
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Asia, Destinations, Thailand
The Romance of Bangkok’s Monitor Lizard Park
There are many things you could do to celebrate Valentine’s day. You could go on out for a nice meal
Asia, China, Destinations, Shanghai
Shipyards and Strawberries on Chang Xing Island
Our Chang Xing Island adventure started with a message from the boss. “We’re going to Chang Xing Island next week.
Asia, China, Destinations, Shanghai
Guyi – Shanghai’s Secret Garden
Guyi Garden is a lovely classical garden just an hour north of downtown Shanghai. It’s not as famous as some
Asia, Destinations, Thailand
An “Authentic” Hill Tribe Trek in Chiang Rai, Thailand
“Authentic.” What does that word even mean? Part of the reason we travel is to have an “authentic” experience. We
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Asia, China, Destinations, Shanghai
The Oriental Pearl Tower – Yesterday’s Future, Today!
The Oriental Pearl Tower is arguably the most iconic representation of Shanghai’s skyline. It may be the most iconic representation
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