Category 26 essays

Destinations

Places I've actually been — written from experience, not a press trip.

Title · Essay Description Category Date · Length

026 Travels in Georgia - Notes on the Jewel of the Caucasus

The country of Georgia will always be the runner-up to the US state of Georgia in terms of name recognition.

025 Georgia - Wine, Culture, & Travel In The Birthplace Of Viticulture

In the last few years, Georgia has grown exponentially in popularity as a tourist destination.

024 48 hours in Baku, Azerbaijan

Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a modern metropolis at the edge of the desert and bordering the Caspian Sea.

023 Postcards from Rome: A Visual Guide to the Eternal City

My visit to Rome started with preconceptions. The travel tales of friends, twitter rants about Rome’s tourism problem, and the myopic comments of armchair tr...

022 Amman, Capital The Ancient Land Of Jordan

Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a city of hills and windy streets. It looks just like I'd imagined it.

021 Wadi Rum Blog - Visiting Jordan's Desert Valley Of The Moon

Like the surface of Mars, the vast and beautiful Wadi Rum desert is a captivating place.

020 Postcards from Jordan: A Land of History and Beauty

Jordan is a safe, welcoming, and incredibly photogenic land in the Middle East. Bordered by mountains, the Dead Sea, The Red Sea, enormous deserts and lush, ...

019 Petra - Jordan's Ancient City & New World Wonder

Petra, the Lost City, is the most important tourist site in Jordan. It's also one of the 7 'new' Wonders of the world.

018 Photos Of Georgia That Will Make You Fall In Love With The Country

The Kingdoms that make up modern-day Georgia in the Caucasus mountains leave a cultural legacy of thousands of years.

017 10 Facts about Georgia (Country) You Didn't Know

Thanks to its strategic geographical location, mountainous topography, unique culture and language, the Republic of Georgia is bursting with interesting peop...

016 Where is Dubai? And Is it A City Or A Country?

Dubai is a city, state, and emirate in the United Arab Emirates, a country in the Persian Gulf.

015 Kazbegi Hiking: Stepantsminda to Gergeti Glacier Trek

The main attraction in Kazbegi (Georgians call the town Stepantsminda) is the mountains.

014 Digital Nomad Tbilisi: Guide to Living in Georgia's Capital

Imagine a place that feels like Eastern Europe with a hint of the Middle East / Central Asia. Where you can stay for a year as a tourist.

013 Living in Argentina: The Pros & Cons

Argentina sits at the bottom of the world, far from any international flight hub, and embroiled in economic problems that sometimes make visitors nervous.

012 Taipei Digital Nomad Destination Guide

I used to think of Taipei and Taiwan as an extension of China. In my ignorance (before I visited) I expected an island version of mainland China.

011 Solo Travel Jordan - The Travel Planning Essentials

Jordan flies under the “next best travel destination” radar most of the time. The name might be familiar but it’s often heard in the context of Israel or goi...

010 10 Fascinating Facts About Queenstown, New Zealand

Queenstown is one of the most popular destinations in New Zealand. It's also one of best-known adventure destinations in the world.

009 The Hipster Guide to Dublin: Avocados, Beards, & Coffee

Dublin's metamorphosis over the past two decades is nothing short of astounding. From the influx of industrious Polish immigrants to the vibrant Brazilians, ...

008 The Best Digital Nomad-Friendly Coffee Shops In Bangkok

After a year and a half of living and working as a digital nomad in Bangkok, my curated list of the best coffee shops in Bangkok for working should help othe...

007 The Philippines: Digital Nomad Guide

Internet connectivity is one of the worst in South East Asia. Don’t expect to stream videos, upload important files, or do anything you're used to doing in o...

006 Medical Services and Hospitals in Argentina

Argentina's doctors, surgeons, nurses, and other medical staff are highly-educated professionals that work to a very high standard.

005 Pamukkale - Turkey's Thermal Travertine Terraces

Pamukkale is the location of Turkey's beautiful & health-giving limestone hot springs, one of the country's top tourist attractions.

004 Bogota vs Medellin - Which is Colombia's Best City for Living?

Comparing Bogotá with Medellín, the two biggest cities in Colombia, is bound to ruffle some feathers.

003 Exploring Ephesus: A Greek Legacy in Modern-Day Turkey

Planning a trip to Turkey? Interested in history and ancient architecture? Are you looking for an interesting day excursion combined with a history and cultu...

002 Bangkok vs Hanoi - City Comparison

Thailand's capital, Bangkok, and the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, are two popular destinations in South East Asia.

001 Kusadasi to Samos Day Trip

Kusadasi is a busy cruise ship destination and ferries from all over the Mediterranean and further afield arrive and leave daily.