Tag: culture
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The trip was everything I’d hoped it would be – a much-needed escape from busy city life to a quiet, sub-tropical island with great food, fascinating culture, and welcoming people. Cream and I already want to go back to Japan to enjoy it all again.
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Between the exciting and vibrant cities, otherworldly natural landscapes, friendly locals, fascinating culture and history, and extensive cuisine that hits the spot every time, Taiwan is one of my favorite countries that I’ve ever visited. Part One (this article) is about our first few days in Taipei, Taiwan’s fast-paced capital and largest city. Part Four…
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For ten days at the end of May into the beginning of June, Cream and I did some island hopping along Thailand’s stunning Andaman (west) coast, visiting some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. To cap it off, we finished with a weekend in Hat Yai, one of Thailand’s largest cities and a…
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I’d recommend visiting, exploring, seeing dance performances in Ubud, and checking out Uluwatu and Tanah Lot temples. A week should be plenty of time. If you want to travel for longer, I’d recommend exploring other areas in Indonesia.
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Yogya is one of Indonesia’s cultural hubs, and it blends past, present, and future; a mix of tradition and aspiration. It’s one of the most unique places I’ve ever been for this combination. One can feel Yogyakarta’s cultural roots everywhere; yet each site feels as though it is still alive and being created, redefined, and…
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The genuine warmth and kindness that was shared with me was extraordinary. There’s no doubt in my mind that if more people received that much love, the world would be a better place. I only saw a very small slice of the Philippines, on this one island. Yet I would place the Philippines very high…
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Cambodia and its people remind me that happiness is a choice, that being with other people is better than being against them, and that (forgive the cliche) opportunity and joy can always be found in the little acts that make up our daily lives — no matter our past.
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“Burning season” comes to Chiang Mai around February, March, and April every year. This year has been a freak anomaly with a relatively clear sky. Some days, you can even see Doi Suthep mountain from downtown — while this is perfectly normal in January, it is practically unheard of during March and April.
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Chiang Mai, Thailand’s second-largest city, has a reputation for craftsmanship, artistry, hospitality, and of course, its slowed-down, relaxed pace of life. Food is at the center of Thai culture, so it’s no surprise that Chiang Mai, with its emphasis on quality crafts, is the country’s most celebrated foodie destination.
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I had been planning on coming home for the holidays all along, as my visa was valid until December 22nd and the round-trip ticket cost only marginally more than the one-way. I simply neglected to mention all these things to my parents, who were completely shocked to see me!