The Killing Fields of Cambodia: Bear Witness at Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek
A visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Choeung Ek Killing Fields is a rite of passage for tourists to Phnom Penh. Cambodia…
History
3 Vietnam War Sites That Americans Should See Near Ho Chi Minh City
For Americans of a certain age, Saigon conjures up images of the Vietnam War with helicopters departing from rooftops as people desperately tried to get…
10 Great Reasons Why Hoi An is a Must-See Destination in Central Vietnam
Hoi An, Vietnam is a town frozen in time. Dating back to the 15th century, Hoi An exudes medieval charm. Located in the center of…
12 of the Best Reasons to Visit Ollantaytambo Peru (Things to Do and Eat)
Ollantaytambo is the gateway to Machu Picchu for many visitors to the Sacred Valley of Peru. Why should you stay in Ollantaytambo instead of other…
A Local’s Guide to 25 of the Best Castles in Ireland
What do you think of when you think of Ireland? The pictures of Ireland in my mind include rolling green hills and steely gray castles. …
Why Queluz Palace is a Must-See Lisbon Day Trip (My Expat Opinion)
As an expat settled in Lisbon, one of the greatest joys is discovering places like Queluz Palace right on my doorstep. While popular spots in…
Mutianyu Great Wall Day Trip by Car: Travel Like a VIP from Beijing
Visiting the Mutianyu Great Wall of China from Beijing is an experience that should not be missed, but one that we almost did… I feel…
Essential Things to Do in Punta Arenas for the Modern Explorer
I had a picture of the Strait of Magellan in my head when we visited Punta Arenas Chile at the tail end of a 2…
Is Osaka Worth Visiting? Elevate Your Vacation with This Smart Add-on
Our whistle-stop, one-week trip around Japan by train presents a perfect example of how we leverage our limited paid time off to take enriching vacations,…