In Batu Caves, Malaysia
One of the most important sights to visit around Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is Batu Caves, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan.
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Walk in These Shoes
I hate shopping, so it’s important for me to buy products that last. Of course, I wasn’t thinking that my boots would last as long as they have. When I moved to Colorado for grad school in 2003, my Dr Martens, which I bought in London in 2000, were showing their age — the soles
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Panama from Above
A tram ride from the Gamboa Rainforest Resort for a view above the rainforest in Gamboa, Panama.
Contemplating Ayutthaya
After walking across the train tracks in Ayutthaya, I waited for the boat to take the group across the river into the ancient capital of Thailand.
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Oktoberfest in Chelsea
Thanks to a deal from Thrillist, my friends and I attended an Oktoberfest event at La.venue near Chelsea a few weekends ago (this post was delayed because of the hurricane and other things). I showed up a bit earlier than my friends and ended up standing in line longer than expected as the event started
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Black Friday
I have a confession to make. I’m a terrible consumer. I hate shopping. Crowds are even worse. Combine all that on Black Friday and I’m ready to run and hide. I typically avoid malls or major stores between today and New Year’s. You’d think I’d be better with crowds in shopping areas after living in
I Just Flipped a Coin
Happy election day! Or, if you live in a swing state, I’m sorry about the last year, but it’ll soon be over. I actually enjoy discussing politics. The key word is discuss, not argue. And that’s exactly why I hate election season (that and it lasts about 12 months too long). Despite my distaste for
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Surviving Hurricane Sandy in Jersey City
How I survived Hurricane Sandy and the aftermath of the damage in Jersey City, New Jersey.
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Chatting with Monks
My companion and I walked around Chiang Mai on the first day off the overnight train from Bangkok. We were a little tired from the disrupted sleep of the previous evening, but excited to wander the streets of this northern Thai city. We stopped at numerous wats inside the city walls—many more than were on
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Cooler Weather and Colors
It’s autumn in New Jersey. It’s usually a great time of year as it doesn’t rain as much and I don’t have to deal with the awful humidity. But it’s also time to see the fall colors. Unfortunately, living in the city leaves me with little color to see. As I took a late-day bike
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Holiday Crowds in China
Traveling in China during any national holiday means that you will encounter huge crowds of people no matter where you go.
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Best Meal in Penang
When I go on vacation I seek two things: culture and food. I had plenty of culture in Malaysia, and I had to balance it out with the local flavors. And being there with my family meant that I could enjoy even more food. There were some days that I managed to stuff myself stupid–the
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Mid-Autumn Travel
This Sunday is Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节) in China, and this year it coincides with the October 1 national holiday, which means the entire country has a week-long holiday. While I was in China, it was only a week-long holiday for the national holiday. But, after I left, the government decided to promote traditional holidays and
Culinary Prohibitions
Some people have dietary restrictions, but in some countries, certain fruits are banned. In Malaysia, durian is forbidden in enclosed areas.
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