A collection of 48 stories, An Atlas of Extinct Countries provides an entertaining analysis of how these countries came to exist and falter.
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One of the first things I did upon arriving in Portugal was take a free walking tour of Lisbon. It was a great introduction to the city.
Taking a Free Walking Tour of Lisbon Read More »
A post-pandemic cruise vacation through the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador with Lindblad Expeditions / National Geographic Expeditions.
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On a short winter trip through Vermont, I stayed at North Shire Lodge in Manchester. This quaint independently-owned hotel even has its own pub to enjoy.
A Quiet Stay at North Shire Lodge in Manchester, Vermont Read More »
A review of Ghost Coast whiskey from in Savannah, GA. These include a straight bourbon, grain whiskey, and honey and ginger whiskey.
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A sample of Brazilian gin from McQueen and the Violet Fog, a more mellow gin that makes some pleasant cocktails.
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Kien Nguyen’s memoir The Unwanted reminds readers of the struggles many faced to survive following the fall of Saigon.
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A stay at boutique hotel Casa Luna in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, was just what I needed for a relaxing few days to recover from illness.
Relaxing at Casa Luna in San Miguel de Allende Read More »
I’m not a fan of TripAdvisor for the most part. They have some worthwhile information and deals for travelers, but the crowd-sourced reviews are awful.
I Don’t Trust TripAdvisor’s Travel Reviews Read More »
There are a lot of great and interesting restaurants in Taipei. Here is just some of what I ate in Taipei, including Modern Toilet and Din Tai Fung.
Eating Around Taipei Read More »
Review of Graham Greene’s The Quiet American, one of Anthony Bourdain’s favorite books, which is set in Vietnam during its war with France.
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The categorization of expats is what makes George Orwell’s Burmese Days relevant today. The scenery and situations may have changed, but there is more with which to identify as we travel.
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Xocoveza is Stone Brewing’s take on Mexican hot chocolate in beer form. It’s a smooth and wonderful blend of chocolate, coffee, and winter spices.
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It’s holiday shopping season, so here’s a list of traveler gift picks to help you find the right gift for the traveler on your list.
Traveler Holiday Gift Picks Read More »
It’s not always easy packing for a trip, especially if it’s a long one. Here are some of the essentials I pack to ensure I have what I need.
The Art of Packing for Travel Read More »
