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Dubrovnik
The next morning, our ship departed from Korčula and headed further south along the Dalmatian coast towards Dubrovnik. As we slid through the the brilliantly blue water, we cruised past several small but picturesque green islands. Recovering from the night before, people slowly transferred sleeping spots from their cabin bunk beds to the lounge chairs … Continue reading
Country Index
“Do you just throw a dart at a map to decide where to travel next?” inquired my sister after hearing I had just booked my summer holiday trip to Croatia. “Well…” I mulled it over for a moment and replied, “Actually yes, I suppose that would be about right.” That was a frequent comment I … Continue reading
Memorial Day means it’s time to take advantage of the long weekend and travel! Natalya and I chose another honeymoon destination (usual deets); however, we deviated from our typical couple travel by adding a third travel buddy- enter “it’s the doctor” Doc Dean! Doc is a guy who can befriend anyone within seconds, dance up … Continue reading
In 2009, I traveled to Egypt, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, Canada, Kenya, and England. Eight countries in eight months. Funemployment indeed! After several months of going on adventures across the globe and exploring a multitude of random careers paths, it was finally time to rejoin the society of suits. I suppose eventually I had … Continue reading
After returning from Singapore in May, I settled down a bit to enjoy the NYC summer. I spent most of my time working at an internet media start-up firm and going to tech meetups and social media events. When I say “working,” I really mean “volunteering” since I was not getting paid. This is fairly … Continue reading
Welcome to Singapore — a country that eats 24/7! Or at least that is what I did there. I like to choose travel destinations as if I am choosing a dining destination. Do I want Greek food? Yes please, see you in Mykonos! I really am craving paella… okay, Barcelona it is! Slight exaggeration… but … Continue reading
Known in the native Maori language as Aotearoa, meaning “the land of the long white cloud,” New Zealand is a country of unparalleled and unspoiled natural beauty. The landscape varies across both North and South Islands of the country, with soaring mountain peaks, active volcanoes, rugged coastlines, beautiful beaches, large glaciers, intricate fiords, mirrored lakes, … Continue reading
Truthfully, when I think of that particular colloquialism, my mind can’t help but trail to the gutter… When I was in Las Vegas, I saw the advertisements for the adult revue show titled “Australia’s Thunder from Down Under” showing at the Excalibur. Only in Vegas can one find a steamy male strip show at what … Continue reading
I am not sure if the Bangles knew that walking like an Egyptian really referred to the death-defying way in which locals cross the streets: dodging a myriad of honking and road-raging drivers who pay no heed to traffic signals or lanes. I have discovered the secret to safe passage is to “do as the … Continue reading
