All you lucky people speeding off on the Mongol Rally are probably so busy finding visas, sponsors and more people to brag to that you might have forgotten about the most fun part – planning some sightseeing! The drive through Turkey’s … [Read more...]
My Travel Mojo Is Playing Hide & Seek
February 2, 2012 By 2 Comments
Last night when I slowly carried my things to the second floor of the HI Calgary, it was really this morning. It was after midnight. I was tired. My flight from Toronto had been delayed at the gate for 30 minutes, which meant 30 minutes less sleeping … [Read more...]
Is This Really My Life?
January 30, 2012 By 3 Comments
"Is this really my life?" I asked myself.I signed on the do the Mongol Rally in December, and ever since then I have been busy. Very busy. Some days I become so consumed with what I need to do, that I forget to sit back and take a look at my life … [Read more...]
The Quest for Travel Insurance & Health Information Before I Travel
January 28, 2012 By 4 Comments
I've been known to travel without insurance, unless I'm doing something where I need to bring proof that I have it. I know, it's kind of foolish. I think it's a combination of being cheap and cocky about the fact that nothing bad will happen -shit, I … [Read more...]
Why I’m Returning to Chiang Mai, In March!
January 24, 2012 By 13 Comments
Believe it or not, I'm not writing this in response to a post by another blogger about why they don't like Chiang Mai. Nope. I'm writing this post because I barely booked a flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. I haven't booked my flight to Bangkok yet, … [Read more...]
Dear Massimo, Sorry about the tablecloth…
January 22, 2012 By 4 Comments
My intentions were good. I heard about your restaurant from Tabatha, and to avoid places like Taco Bell and Boston Pizza, I decided to throw caution to the wind and treat myself to dinner at The Rainbow Room at the Crowne Plaza.My reservation was … [Read more...]
Snowshoeing at Thirty Bench Winery
January 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
**Author’s note: Last year I participated in my first snow sport, snowboarding. It was fun. It was also a little painful. I don’t normally do snow sports, however I feel that I need to try new things and expand my horizons. PLUS, my complete … [Read more...]
