San Marcos, Lake Atitlan: A Comprehensive Travel Guide
If you’re seeking tranquility combined with a dash of Guatemalan culture, then San Marcos La Laguna on Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, is an enchanting destination. Nestled among stunning volcanoes, San Marcos is known for its spiritual vibe, yoga retreats, and gorgeous natural beauty. In this detailed San Marcos Lake Atitlan travel guide, we’ll delve into how…
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Mongolia: A Family Visit
The creaking of springs long worn by continuous use on rough terrain stirred me awake. I had fallen asleep in the back seat of Tumuruu’s off-road Mitsubishi van. The bench seat had become my spot during the long drives we were taking on this journey. An indentation had formed where I sat. I could stretch…
Read MoreMongolia Expedition: The Beginning
We spent a day seeing the sites in Ulaanbaatar before heading south on our 2000 km Mongolia Expeditions exploration of the Gobi Desert. The first stop would be Baga Gazriin Chuluu and Tsagaan Suvarga, the White Stupa.
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The Hike to Machu Picchu
The journey to Machu Picchu started for us in Cusco, Peru, but only after being holed up resting for two days. The city of Cusco had already taken its pound of flesh when we arrived in the form of altitude sickness. After a very long journey from the Galapagos Islands, the 3200 meter altitude of…
Read MoreThe Galapagos Islands
Our journey to the Galapagos Islands started in Mindo, in the northern part of Ecuador. We needed to get to Guayaquil in the south to catch our 2 hour flight to the Galapagos. Since our flight was leaving early in the morning, we decided to leave the day before and get the 8 hour bus…
Read MoreU2’s Bold Return on “Songs of Experience”
I can still remember the moment I became a U2 fan. I was 11 years old and the band had just released its fifth studio album, “The Joshua Tree”. The single was “Where the Streets Have No Name” and the video had just dropped on MuchMusic. I was an avid fan of the station…
Read MoreCafe on Thu Wheels Adventure Hue, Vietnam (2003)
I awoke to the pattering of rain on my window. This is the rainy season in Central Vietnam, where Hue is located, and it’s something I guess I’ll have to endure. I mean, I want perfect weather for my travels, man! Come on. Nothing less! Well, bad weather is all part of the adventure. Having…
Read MoreTikal to Caye Caulker
Flores, Guatemala is a tiny island in Lago Petén Itza. The island is accessible by a causeway that stretches the short distance from the mainland. I was struck immediately by the charm and quiet of the place upon arrival. The island is filled with colourful colonial buildings, narrow cobblestone streets, and an historic church that…
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