#Travel
Saigon vs Chiang Mai (winner: CNX)
Chiang Mai, Thailand is one of my favourite places in the world. After arriving yesterday from Saigon, I immediately noticed the stark constast between the two … →Least-Expensive Fruit Stands in Taipei
A Fruit Stand in the area of Dalongdong Temple, Taipei City Being vegan who likes to eat raw whenever possible, I eat a lot of fruit. Of course, Taipei … →Taipei - initial experiences
Wow, just wow. Where to start? Taipei is a bit like I expected for an Asian city. Small shops everywhere, no obvious zoning considerations at all, general Asia … →Refresh Yourself in the Airport
When traveling long-distance flights with multiple connections, I always feel 100% better after refreshing myself, changing my socks and shirt. I’ve found … →In transit to Taiwan
The last 2 weeks of life have been a complete blur. I’ve been running around like crazy trying to get loose ends tied up in Arkansas, get assets moved … →How to Get Your Passport (for US citizens)
US Passport Note: I wrote this back in 2010. I think the fees might have increased, and I’m not sure if the links are all working now. Get the book, not the … →Finally, some solid goals.
Sunset on a Highway in Alabama Feel like I’ve had a breakthrough tonight. Maybe it’s a combination of being alone for a few hours (INTJ - I charge … →Almost Christmas!
Update: After 3 months, I have finally received my refund from JetStar. I still can’t recommend that anyone ever give them any of his/her hard-earned money, … →Thailand - September 2012
My wife and I have been in Thailand for over a month now. We will be in our apartment until around October 9th. Thailand is a beautiful country in SE Asia. The … →Japan – initial experiences
I am in transit from London to Auckland, with an 8-hour layover in Tokyo, so I thought that I might as well explore the city a bit. (As of the last 10 years or … →