Thursday, May 17th, 2012
For centuries Pokhara, Annapurna’s main city, served as a stop on the trading route between India and China. It still retains a small-town charm and a discernible hippy vibe. I like it and think you should go!
And when you do, here’re 7 insider tips to pave your way:
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
I started to refer to the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek as the “Tea House” trek because of both the frequency of our stops (although I’m not complaining) and the tea house atmosphere that makes this hike different from all others.
Here’s a peek at the fun!
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Here’s the thing…
I’m *really proud* of some of my Himalayans photos – so I wanted to share them with you! And to go along with this photo essay are also some Himalaya factoids, another favorite of mine. Plus a video! Enjoy!
Sunday, April 22nd, 2012
Per usual, I was a little unprepared for my Annapurna Trek. See, I thought I was going on a “flower hike.” No so.
I slowly learned to decipher what my guide Nirma was telling me. Here’s a primer on Nepali “trek speak.”
Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
The Thai island of Phuket is a mecca for tourists — coming for the beaches, the curry, the diving and (unfortunatley) the girls.
I spent 3 weeks hanging in Phuket and was happy to find that they beaches are still beautiful! Here’re 7 insider tips on the island…
Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Burma is a charming country! Credit their long-standing Buddhist tradition or their forced isolation, but a trip to Burma is like stepping back in time.
View my 7 insider tips on a visit to Burma – the best pagodas, Mandalay’s monk traditions, and Bagan’s temple zone.
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012
Burma is no longer a country of vast wealth, but one of the world’s poorest countries. Its people live in extreme poverty.
The good news is that there may be real political reform. Here’s a brief look at the country’s political past and future.
Monday, March 12th, 2012
2012 (or 2555 according to the Thai calendar) is the Year of Laughter in Thailand – find out why and check out my 7 insider tips on how to have fun in Chiang Mai!
Don’t miss the video of my perky feet getting massaged – ahhhhh, Heaven!
Monday, March 5th, 2012
Thailand is home to 500,000+ people comprising seven “hill tribe” communities. These tribal groups migrated from China, Tibet and Burma.
The past way of life for hill tribes is gone. What are their choices? Should they “sell” their culture? Weigh in on the debate!
Saturday, March 3rd, 2012
Welcome to Bangkok: Home to world-famous Buddhas, faux Burberry and Lady Boys!
Thailand also has the longest reigning monarchy, find out the King’s secret to longevity and Bangkok’s other secrets in my 7 insider tips: