What to Expect in Halong Bay
I stared out the window of the van and watched as the city gave way to suburbs, industry, and rice fields that would eventually deposit…
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Finding our Stride in Hanoi
Jet lag was wearing off, and now we were rapidly adjusting to a new culture and environment. After 4 years of being away from Vietnam,…
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Assuming Responsibility
I mouthed the words, “It’ll be ok.” through the front window of the car as we pulled away. After all, I was taking away my…
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Are we There Yet?
I stared at the numbers. Elapsed Time: 23:10 hrs, Miles: 9,940 – shit, we are flying halfway around the earth – I hope we don’t…
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Evie’s Decision
Imagine being 16 again… If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? If someone had asked me that question when I…
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The Next Niece – Destination Unknown
Where in the world did she get a crazy idea like that? A 16-year-old who has never been out of the country, has no passport,…
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How to Eat Pizza Like an Italian
The waitress brings out my pizza straight from the wood oven. The smell of the bread and the wood from the oven makes me salivate….
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Food and Drink | Italy | Tours
Put These Three Stops on your Amalfi Coast, Italy Itinerary
“I know you, you’ve been here before?” I was stunned that they would remember me after 4 years and countless travelers coming through their doors….
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Rome Travel Tips: Skip Lines, Get Around, Eat Like a Local
I was given very few directions; Rome was pretty much up to me. As part of the Niece Project, I asked Bethany months ago what…
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Getting the Most Out of a Vatican Museum Visit
I listened to a man in a suit in front of me and really tried to concentrate on what he was saying. I took notes…
