Review: Lindblad Expeditions in Galapagos Islands
A post-pandemic cruise vacation through the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador with Lindblad Expeditions / National Geographic Expeditions.
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A Quiet Stay at North Shire Lodge in Manchester, Vermont
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.
Booze Review: Ghost Coast Whiskey from Savannah
A review of Ghost Coast whiskey from in Savannah, GA. These include a straight bourbon, grain whiskey, and honey and ginger whiskey.
Booze Review: Brazilian Gin
A sample of Brazilian gin from McQueen and the Violet Fog, a more mellow gin that makes some pleasant cocktails.
Traveler Reads: The Unwanted by Kien Nguyen
Kien Nguyen’s memoir The Unwanted reminds readers of the struggles many faced to survive following the fall of Saigon.
Relaxing at Casa Luna in San Miguel de Allende
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.
I Don’t Trust TripAdvisor’s Travel Reviews
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.
Eating Around Taipei
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.
Traveler Reads: The Quiet American by Graham Greene
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.
Traveler Reads: Burmese Days by George Orwell
The categorization of expats is what makes George Orwell’s Burmese Days relevant today. The scenery and situations may have changed, but there is much more with which to identify as we travel the world.
Booze Review: Stone Xocoveza
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.
Traveler Holiday Gift Picks
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.
The Art of Packing for Travel
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.
Private Resort in Mui Ne, Vietnam
Enjoying being the only guest at a resort hotel during my stay in the beach town of Mui Ne, Vietnam.
Holiday Gift Guide for the Traveler in Your Life
A holiday gift guide to provide you with ideas while you shop for the traveler on your list.