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. […]
Asia, Destinations, Thailand
Travel
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, 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, 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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Destinations, Vietnam and Cambodia
First Time Scuba Diving, Try Not To Drown!
My first-time scuba diving, my stomach churned like a typhoon. I sat on the edge of the boat breathing in
Asia, Destinations, Vietnam and Cambodia
Da Nang was dang disappointing. But also, it wasn’t?
The beach at Da Nang is considered by some to be the best in the world. We think of many
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Asia, Beijing, China, Destinations
Beijing: Surprisingly Gritty and Interesting
The thing about Beijing that struck me the most was how gritty it all was. Gritty to the point that