“We all have our time machines, don’t we. Those that take us back are memories… And those that carry us forward, are dreams.” -H.G. Wells, from The Time Machine I’ve come up with a theory that birthdays while living abroad don’t count. That doesn’t matter, of course, as I’ve decided that I don’t feel like […]
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A conversation with a young Cambodian woman who works at one of Phnom Penh’s girl bars.
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It’s been a year since I departed the familiarity of New Jersey for the linguist confusion of a life in foreign lands. These are my travel highlights.
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While traveling through some less developed countries, we’re bound to encounter poverty and lifestyles that are unfamiliar to us.
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What has happened makes the world. Live on the edge, looking. -Robert Creeley, “Here” I started my current journey in Tokyo–I had wanted to visit Japan for a long time, and it was my first opportunity to travel to the country. Now, I find myself back in the Land of the Rising Sun, more specifically
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“Work is the curse of the drinking classes.” -Oscar Wilde I had wanted to write about my adventures here in Italy–the inspiring art of Florence, the historic streets of Assisi, the delicious gelato that keeps tempting me. Today, however, is not a day for such posts. Today is more for self-reflection in the face of
I have to say goodbye often–to the places with which I’ve become familiar, to routines I’ve developed, and most of all, to the great people I’ve met.
Healthy traveling isn’t always easy. After realizing I wasn’t living a healthy lifestyle, I changed habits to make the journey better.
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As I overlooked the sprawling city before the rain arrived, N Seoul Tower atop Namsan provided a reminder of just how far from home I am and how many miles I’ve traveled the last eight months. There were also reminders of how far my friends in various other cities are from me. As I get
Solo travel in Asia has its challenges that are sometimes exacerbated by the balance of life, sightseeing, and work. But it’s still worth traveling alone.
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Sometimes the signs around cities are simple. Other times they’re confusing. This one at the Lin An Tai Ancestral House (林安泰古厝) near the Expo Park was just obvious. But, hey, you never know; some tourists really do need some basic reminders. I appreciate this sign looking out for my safety and common sense.
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Starting conversations with fellow travelers is usually pretty easy, but some people need a reminder of what an appropriate conversation starter is.
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Hanoi is an interesting city to visit. But staying for 3 weeks in Hanoi’s Old Quarter can certainly wear down a traveler.
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I’ve been working on the theory that birthdays abroad don’t count. I like this theory because I’ve now celebrated six birthdays abroad (one in London, four in China, and now one in Tokyo). It might explain why a lot of people guess I’m six years younger than I really am. Since my birthday was midweek
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I’m getting ready to embark on yet another adventure. Because my job allows me to work from home, I’m moving, but not in the traditional sense. I’m heading out of my apartment here in Jersey City and flying to Asia. The first stop is Tokyo, and I have no immediate plans–I only have an apartment
