As I breezed through immigration and customs with my visa already in hand, it was hard not to notice: Myanmar is ready for tourism. They’ve made their visa easier to get, eased restrictions on […]
First Impressions of Myanmar (Burma) Read More »
Singapore has been growing on me. My last few visits there have elevated the city state to one of my favorite places in Asia. During the past two years I’ve traveled to some interesting, but
Four Days in Singapore Read More »
After too many boring lectures from uninteresting tour guides, I had an idea. Why not cut through all the tedious explanations and just give the traveler what he or she needs to know? We
What you Need to Know About Singapore Read More »
Kathmandu has been a stop on the traveler’s circuit since overlanders on the hippie trail came blazing (in more ways than one) from Istanbul via Iran, Afghanistan, and India in the late sixties.
A Digital Nomad in Kathmandu, Nepal Read More »
Upon landing in Nepal we were looking for a small city or quiet town to decompress after a hectic time in India. Kathmandu is crowded, sprawling, noisy, and polluted. Bhaktapur, a mere 10km from
A Walk around Bhaktapur Nepal Read More »
I’ve made a special effort in India to take more portraits. The diversity of India is best represented by various ethnic groups, their different physical features and style of dress. I wanted to give a
Rajasthan Portraits from Jodhpur Read More »
In preparation for my Malaysia & Singapore Food and Culture Tour, I wanted to give you some links to articles that I’ve published that will both get you excited about Malaysia & Singapore and give
Pre-Reading and Highlights of the Malaysia – Singapore Trip Read More »
The challenges of digital nomad are numerous. Location independent individuals are facing more unknowns in their daily lives than regularities. Living abroad and trying to freelance or run an online business while traveling can
Creativity and Productivity Tips for Digital Nomads and Location Independent Read More »
Bhutan is well-known for its isolationist history, its policy of Gross National Happiness, and its commitment to preserving its natural environment. Another thing that keeps Bhutan on people’s minds is its expensive visa fee. A
Bhutan Visa Policy and Tourism Strategy Explained Read More »
The following is a resource for travelers planning to visit Singapore or Malaysia. Some of the questions are specifically geared towards those individuals attending my Malaysia & Singapore Food & Culture Tour. But you’ll find
Travel to Singapore & Malaysia FAQs Read More »
I recently got my first smart phone. It’s my first phone with a camera, too. I know, I’m a little late when it comes to these things. I thought it would be fun give
Kolkata (Calcutta) via Instagram Read More »
Traditionally, Rishikesh has attracted Hindu pilgrims, yoga enthusiasts, meditation students, and those seeking enlightenment. But recently the town has lured digital nomads and other location independent. Its combination of affordable accommodation, healthy activities,
A Digital Nomad in Rishikesh Read More »
After driving over the 3,000 meters+ Dochula Pass, we twisted and turned our way down into the lower elevations of the Punakha Valley. Here we got a break from the headache-inducing mountain roads by
Photos from the Road: Punakha Dzong, rice paddies and a Madman Read More »
The Dzong The dzong is the predominant architectural feature of Bhutan. You’ll see one in nearly every city you visit. It was these fortresses that repelled the Tibetan invasions throughout the centuries. But
Introduction to Basic Bhutanese Culture Read More »
I wanted to give a short photo essay capturing the scenery out the window of the train. Trains connect almost every part of India and are an indispensable part of keeping this enormous territory and diverse
7 Views out my train window Read More »
Of the four sites associated with Buddha, this is the most revered. In 623 BC, Siddhartha Guttama, son of the Brahman, came here to meditate. Today, in the dusty small town of Bodh Gaya, you
Sitting under the Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya Read More »
Rishikesh is well suited for the long-stay traveler, the yoga or meditation student, or anyone needing rest in their life. Rishikesh proper is actually a large, bustling city. Anyone who comes for any of the
My Daily Routine in Rishikesh: Writing, Internet, Yoga Read More »
If there’s one country in the world that I thought I’d never visit, it’s Bhutan. The Land of the Thunder Dragon is not only a remote Himalayan Kingdom, it also has a notoriously expensive visa policy.
Why I’m going to Bhutan (and interesting facts about Bhutan) Read More »
We’ve scored ourselves a cheap guesthouse on the side of the ridge. It’s an awkward period in July between two high seasons. It’s the monsoon, but full blown rain hasn’t hit yet. The weather is
A Walk around Shimla—India’s Favorite Hill Station Read More »
Gujarat has a reputation as one of India’s most prosperous and business-friendly states. It’s a tad more expensive than the rest of the country and not very touristy. While traveling in India, I had planned
Why I went to Gujarat Read More »
I’ve been reading an awful lot online lately about how couchsurfing isn’t what it used to be. As it’s gone mainstream, an unsavory bunch has joined to use the network for purposes other than it
Couchsurfing is Not Dead (At least I hope) Read More »
At the bottom of Gujarat state, beyond the reaches of the vast Indian rail network, lies the island of Diu. It is one of the few former Portuguese territories in India. You’ve probably heard of
Alcohol Tourism in Diu Read More »
Want to join us for an exciting trip through Malaysia and Singapore? If you’ve never traveled to Asia, Malaysia is a great place to start. It’s culturally fascinating and diverse, blends the
Travel with Me—Join my Malaysia & Singapore Tour Read More »
The following series of photos give an overview of my time spent in Junagadh, India. The ancient city is fascinating but sees few foreign travelers due to its location in the state of Gugarat, far
Off the Tourist Trail in Junagadh India [Photos] Read More »
