First time abroad… Blissfully Ignorant?
When I read my journal about my first time abroad in Europe I literally laugh out loud at how dumb I was. I am glad I have grown and learned from traveling. Reading my journal reminds me of just how
The Best of Mykonos Greece: Mykonos for Backpackers
“Dear Lord get me out of Athens” After the airline lost my bag, and we spent our days exploring the hot, empty streets, I was really wishing I had done some research on when NOT to visit Athens (FYI: July/August).
Barcelona: tapas, sangria, and life lessons
There is nothing like the comforts of home. By home, I mean Anuar’s apartment in Barcelona. My superhero couchsurfing host picked me up from the police station after I was pickpocketed and filled me up with pasta and beer while
Love Hate Relationship With india
“For each terrible horrible encounter in India, an equally opposite encounter will follow.” I am certain that this should be a law of physics in India. This is what drives the cliché Indian/westerner debacle… the love hate relationship with India.
Seriously, Charlotte is the Most Amazing City Ever
When people ask me what to do in Charlotte, I never even know where to begin! I lived in Charlotte for only a year but it will always hold a place in my heart. It was my first time living alone.
The Facts: Staying on Koh Samui for Full Moon Party
Have you been told that staying on Koh Samui for full moon party and just take a boat across to Koh Phangan to rage? Whoever told you that is crazy! The reason people, including us, stay on Koh Samui, is
Koh Samui Nightlife, Waterfalls, & Burlesque
If you still want island life, but need a little more “big city” mixed in, Koh Samui nightlife will be perfect for you to take a break. I went twice; the first time as a base for the Full moon
10 Tips for Maya Bay
The famous beach where Leonardo DiCaprio played a backpacker in the movie, "The Beach", looks pretty stunning... if you get there early enough to beat the crowds. It's Koh Phi Phi Leh, and most likely you'll be coming from Koh Phi Phi
Should You See a Ping Pong Show in Bangkok?
Before, reading this post I want to make a note. I wrote this about 5 years ago, and my thoughts on seeing a ping pong show have changed quite a lot. At the time I went, it was in my
Top 5 Restaurants in Goa
Goa has some of the best intercontinental food in India. Because so many foreigners moved here and never left, there is a culinary influence from all over the world. My top 5 restaurants in Goa are Greek, Italian, Japanese, German,
7 Ways to Screw up Koh Phi Phi
Did you think Koh Phi Phi was overrated? It's a gorgeous island but if you don't get away from the main bars and beach, you might not see some of the best places and will leave with a bad taste
What I Love About Santorini Greece: Scuba and the Gods
Don't stop reading this because you think Santorini, Greece is a crappy place tourists go!!! I'm going to tell you what I love about Santorini Greece... and you'll love it too, promise. It is a stunning, magical place that made