Segovia: A day trip from Madrid Spain Segovia, along with Toledo, make an outstanding day trip from Madrid, Spain’s capital. Segovia has one of Europe’s best examples that showcase the extraordinary work of Roman
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You don’t have to have a huge DSLR camera to get good images. True, your mobile phone is not a replacement for a good quality DSLR, but if you don’t have one, or want
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Celebrating Gawai, the Harvest Festival in Borneo When we received an invitation to Gawai, or the Harvest Festival, we didn’t know exactly what to expect. Our invitation came through a friend of a friend
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The Arlbergline Scenic Railway of Austria In February, I had the opportunity to ride a number of scenic rail routes in Europe with my Eurail Pass. The Arlbergline Scenic Railway of Austria was one of
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I’m Moving to Malaysia With the exception of visiting my family for a couple months at the holidays,I have been traveling the world for the past three years straight. My routine has been to
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What is squid jigging and where is Terengganu? Two very good questions. But first: how did I get this opportunity? I’ve been blogging for over four years at BohemianTraveler.com and occasionally I get
Squid Jigging in Terengganu; the What, Where, and Are You Serious? Read More »
Oman is a country off most travelers’ radar. It’s a tad isolated on the end of the Arabian Peninsula and suffers from its geography. It is often wrongly lumped into a group of unstable,
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When I started brainstorming routes for my upcoming Eurail trip, I knew I wanted something different. My typical style is to spend a great deal of time in each location to learn about and absorb
My Off-Season Eurail Trip Read More »
Myanmar is a fascinating country. For years it’s been off the beaten tourist track. Now it’s opened up and welcoming travelers . In Myanmar you’ll find it’s the warmth and curiosity of the people that
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Trekking in Nepal has been 15 of the most spectacular days of hiking in my life. Incredible mountains, tough climbs, unforgettable sunrises, epic views, and interesting villages lost in time. I hiked with a
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The first thing you’ll notice in Myanmar is the fast pace of change in the country. If you’ve never been there, you’ll have to rely on noticing that your guidebook is out of date. The
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Bagan is best seen at sunrise and sunset. But really it’s spectacular at any time of day. In the early and late hours you’ll get the shining glow from the sun and tremendous cloud
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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.
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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
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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 »
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
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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,
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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
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