Category: Travel Blog

The India-Pakistan border closing ceremony at the Wagah Border is unlike any other event you’ll witness. Every evening, as the sun sets, soldiers from both nations engage in a highly choreographed and synchronized display of military pageantry. The ceremony, filled with brisk marching, high kicks, and the lowering of the national flags, is both intense…

One of the most pleasant aspects of travel is when you discover something that exceeds your initial (or preconceived) expectations. Visiting the Harmandir Sahib Temple, also known as the Golden Temple, located in Amritsar, India ended up being one of the top highlights of my travels in India. Unlike the Taj Mahal, which is more…

So I took a cooking course. Initial sentiments likely revolve around whether of not an International Incident occurred, the kitchen burnt down or if anybody was carried out on a stretcher. Sorry to disappoint, but none of the above occurred. In fact, the entire process of learning how to cook some of my favorite Thai…

The sound of my alarm going off at four forty five in the morning is usually something I absolutely dread, but on this particular morning I felt a wave of excitement and adrenaline normally reserved only for special occasions. Given that this was the last day of our tour around the temples of Angkor by…

As I stood still for a moment at the Jonker Street night market I could visibly feel beads of sweat running down my forehead and chest as a wave of pedestrians jostled against my body while competing for inches of space that didn’t exist. As I turned around to greet Audrey, I marveled out loud,…

I’m not going to lie – I’m absolutely in love with SE Asia. I’ve spent over seven consecutive years abroad and I’ve covered a decent amount of territory as a backpacker and expat living overseas; however, there are a few things I’m embarrassed to admit. I’ve yet to travel to Europe. I’ve never set foot…

The smell of exotic putrid delicacies. Unimaginable gridlock. Neon flashing before my eyes. I’m in my element. The Shilin Night Market located in Taipei, Taiwan is one of the most formidable markets I’ve ever visited in Asia. Encompassing two distinct sections it is home to over 500 plus food stalls. Aside from small eateries one…

What a difference a year can make. When we first visited Helsinki one summer ago, we only had a few days to explore the capital city of Finland. Unfortunately, the weather was overcast and drab and it was as though we were walking through a ghost town coming from ever chaotic Bangkok, Thailand. Fortunately, on…

Baseball isn’t just a sport—it’s a fundamental part of the cultural fabric in both Japan and the United States. In Japan, Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) is steeped in tradition, discipline, and an unwavering sense of teamwork. Fans in Japan are among the most devoted, with synchronized chants and cheers bringing an electric energy to every…

Noodle soups have become the unsung heroes of the culinary world, capturing the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts across the globe. These steaming bowls of goodness offer a comforting and satisfying experience that transcends cultural boundaries. Today, let’s dive into the world of noodle soups and explore three popular varieties that have taken…