The Controversial Dwarf Kingdom – To Go or Not To Go
If you may or may not have heard, deep within the Southwestern part of China, between the rolling hills of Yunnan there is a “Dwarf Kingdom Theme Park.” ”The Little People Council of America” has already publicly denounced this “World Ecological Garden of the Butterfly,” and it is generally understood that a theme park based [...]
Helpful Hints for Traveling in Asia
Thailand:
Helpful Hint #1:
As a Westerner, it is often hard to get past the vast amount of Thai children begging, or selling small goods throughout city streets. I always feel a surge of pain for the carefree childhood that I had, that most of the world’s kids never will. So in a nut shell–what do [...]
A Mini-Guide to Sukhothai, Thailand
If you are craving 12th and 13th century Khmer ruins in Thailand–and just aren’t feeling Ayutthaya–Sukhothai is just the place for you. Beautiful wat (temple) ruins seem to be scattered somewhat haphazardly throughout town in fields, and in the middle of small neighborhoods.
Sukhothai is not really a tourist destination and that’s just what I like [...]
Cautionary Tales: Elephant Treks in Chiang Mai
February 4, 2010 by Susan Fox
Filed under Chiang Mai, Countries, Eco, Thailand
If you are interested in a hill trek tribe around Chiang Mai, as everyone seems to be…be very careful and choosey before you buy tickets at the first storefront you encounter. There are literally hundreds of places where you can buy “exciting trekking tours” throughout the Tha Pae area, and prices run the gamut from $15-$50 [...]
Susan’s Lists
January 28, 2010 by Joey
Filed under Checklist, Chiang Mai, Los Angeles, Mexico, Puerta Vallerta, Thailand, Travelogue, U.S.A
Susan has written up her “top things to do” in some of the cities they’ve journeyed to (including a top 10 things to NOT do). You can see them on their page at: www.vagabondbible.com/sueandrylan.
Top 5 things to do in Los Angeles: here.
Top 5 things to do in Puerta Vallarta, Mexico: here.
Top 5 things to do [...]
Around the World Kick Off: Tempe, LA, and Puerta Vallarta
January 18, 2010 by Joey
Filed under Los Angeles, Puerta Vallerta, Tempe, Travelogue
We’re pleased to announce Susan and Rylan have started their adventures. Check out their journey from Tempe, Arizona to Los Angeles, California, and, finally, Puerta Vallerta, Mexico.
Experience the Vision of Gaudi in Barcelona
December 13, 2009 by Cody McGuire
Filed under Barcelona, Countries, Leisure, Spain
Many people believe Barcelona to be one of the most pleasurable and attractive cities in Spain. With a gorgeous view of the Mediterranean on one end, and the many options of all-night partying at the other end, there is never a dull moment when it comes to a vacation in Barcelona. However, the most beautiful [...]
Free Music in Chicago, 7 Days a Week
With over 500 bars in Chicago, few travelers have any trouble finding a good place to have a pint. What may go unrealized though, is the city’s similarly eclectic selection of live music every night of the week. Here’s a list a bars that have absolutely—positively—free music at least one night of the week. [...]
Easing the Transition: Tid-Bits of French Culture and Customs
I have heard that traveling to France can be intimidating for some, and frustrating for others. As always this can be attributed to social and cultural differences, so in this article I will cover a few concepts that may ease Americans’, and possibly many others’, entry into the country where the love of wine, and [...]
Chicago Public Transportation and the ‘L’
November 3, 2009 by Joey
Filed under Chicago, Transportation, U.S.A
Despite being under-funded, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA, Chicago’s public transportation system) is one of the most useful in the country. Boasting over 11 thousand bus stops and a total of 144 train stations, it’s safe to say that there isn’t a corner of the city inaccessible by the CTA. For the past four years [...]
