Losing Hong Kong
Hong Kong was never my home, but it was there when I needed it. Amid the congestion of Kowloon and Central, I felt at ease. It was an escape.
travel philosophy
How to Cope with Overtourism
Overtourism is the reality of travel as more people head for the world’s popular destinations. But there are ways to avoid the crowds and headaches.
On Travel and Bad Financial Advice
There’s a lot of financial advice out there, and quite a bit focuses on travel as well. But you don’t have to accept all the travel financial advice.
Finding Friendship on the Road
Solo travel can be a lonesome experience, but traveling alone doesn’t have to be lonely, even for the introverted explorer.
Thoughts on Traveling Solo
Not everyone wants to travel alone, but solo travel can be freeing and fun. There are some ways to make the experience better and less lonely.
The Road to Avoiding Foreign Currency Exchange Fees
Dealing with foreign transactions can be a headache for some travelers, but with a little preparation and research, it shouldn’t be a problem.
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.
Literary Travel Inspiration
“What is true peace, I cannot know. A hundred wars have come and gone as I’ve grown old. I bear their burdens in my bones. Mine’s the heart that burns today, mine the thirst, the hunger in the soul.” -Sam Hamill, True Peace It’s likely no surprise to those who know me or regularly read …
The Necessity of Subways
There’s a reason I tend to travel to cities instead of more rural destinations. While I enjoy nature and all that it offers, I need to use subways. It’s a necessity if I want to avoid driving.
Finding Different Products in Taiwan
I enjoy finding products that are different when I travel. Sometimes I find unusual/amusing products. Here are some different products from Taiwan.
How to Survive a Long-Haul Flight
I hate flying, but I have learned to survive on long-haul flights despite the airlines’ best efforts to make the experience as uncomfortable as possible.
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.
Things I Won’t Miss About Taipei
I’ve already made my list of things that I’ll miss about Taipei after I depart, so it was only fair to create another list of things I won’t miss.
What I’ll Miss About Taipei
As I prepare to move away from the city I’ve called temporary home for almost three years, I think of the things that I’ll miss about Taipei.
Authenticity and Travel Photography
Travel photography is an art form, and we take more photos than we need. We then over-edit those photos. Can we have authenticity in travel photography?