Monday, May 7th, 2012
Being spoon-fed is secondary only to eating with my hands, my other M.O. for meals. You wouldn’t think so, but eating with your fingers is surprisingly tricky. There are “rules” involved as I’ve begun to find out.
Here’s a rundown of how to eat with your hands…
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
My trek mates kept asking how high I’ve climbed in the past, but I had no idea. So I thought it’d be fun to do a little research on the mountains I’ve climbed over the years.
Here’s a list of my conquests, from tallest to smallest:
Monday, April 16th, 2012
I’ve seen an amazing spirit and celebration of dance throughout my travels in South Asia – in northern and southern India, Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Here’re videos giving you a peek at each of these traditional South Asian dance styles. Enjoy!
Thursday, March 29th, 2012
I know what you’re thinking…why does Erin need a vacation when she’s been on holiday for more than a year?! Well, let me tell you, being a global nomad isn’t a vacation – it’s hard work!
Check out where I’m going and what I’ll be up to while I check out for 3 weeks…
Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Thailand’s national sport, Muay Thai, is characterized by its 8 points of contact, so I was expecting some violence and blood and brutality.
What I wasn’t expecting was that there would be children participating. I saw 4 bouts featured kids. Here’s what I think about it…
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
When I got a suspicious rash on my arm in Thailand, I wasn’t too worried, even though it was starting to blister and ooze yellow fluid.
Instead of going to the doctor, I decided to self-diagnose and self-medicate. Find out what the rash was and how I cured it!
Saturday, February 18th, 2012
When traveling, there’s always the temptation to “Go Native.” In terms of dress, I mean.
I’m not casting stones. In fact, I can fully appreciate the impulse to indulge, which I guess is fairly obvious since I was christened “Ms. Chiang Mai”! Here’s my new wardrobe:
Saturday, January 21st, 2012
India is one of the only countries (the only?) to official recognize a “third sex.” Traditionally the term Hijra is used by a person usually born male or intersex, but who uses the female pronoun and as dresses in feminine attire.
Here’s India’s stance on its Third Sex…
Monday, January 2nd, 2012
Can’t believe I’ve already completed one year of my 2-year Erin Goes Global adventure – hitting 92 cities in 36 countries!
Here’s a quick recap on my worldwide trek including highlights, a list of new favorites, the *best part* of the trip, and what’s in store for 2012!
Monday, December 26th, 2011
Now that I’m in Central America I’m gorging on one of my favorite foods: empanadas! A stuffed pastry, either baked or fried, its stuffed with just about anything…
Learn all about its history, the different varieties, and how to make one! YUM!