Road Tripping Through Soe West Timor
A Westerner’s entertaining first-person account of how Indonesians road trip from Kupang to Soe West Timor.
Learning Indonesian Language Basics Before You Travel
Don’t let learning the language scare you: It’s possible to learn basic Indonesian words and phrases without a lot of effort.
Celebrate Day of the Dead in Mexico City
Places to stay Sometimes inconvenient flight schedules can mess up your plans … and create even better plans than you could have made yourself. For example, when we needed to attend a conference in Cabo San Lucas, the only flight to Cabo left Mexico City before our plane was scheduled to land. We made this …
What It’s Like Living in Panama City
We reflect on what it’s like to live in Panama City and show you our Panamanian apartment.
Watch the Batik Artists in Ubud, Bali
When on Bali, take an excursion to watch Batik artists create beautiful works of art. How do they do it? It’s fascinating.
Cost of Food in Cuenca, Ecuador – Here’s What We Paid
How much does food cost in Cuenca? You be the judge: See what we purchased with $15 and read about the quality of food in Ecuador as well.
Kichwa Culture: Panning for Gold in the Amazon
To support themselves, Ecuador’s Kichwa pan for gold in the Amazon basin. Here’s how they do it.
Kichwa Lessons in How to Use a Blowgun
Visit a Kichwa community in Ecuador’s Amazon basin and learn their ways, like how to create and use a blowgun for hunting.
Our First Furnished Apartment in Cuenca’s El Centro
Find out why we chose to move from Cuenca’s modern Gringolandia to an older apartment in its historic El Centro.
Try the Waterford Blaa – An Irish Specialty
In southeast Ireland, it’s good to hear someone say “blaa” at the table. They’re talking about a local specialty: the Waterford blaa.
Parque Calderon: the Heart of Cuenca Ecuador
Cuenca, Ecuador, has charming squares and churches at every turn, so why do people make such a big deal about Parque Calderon?
Feria Libre: Shop a Local Market in Cuenca, Ecuador
Visit Feria Libre, Cuenca’s largest local market, for the freshest, cheapest food and the best place to experience the local culture.
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum in Singapore
The remarkable Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, in the heart of Singapore’s Chinatown, has much to interest its visitors.
Understanding Tapas Culture in Spain
The tapas culture in Spain is an important part of the Spanish food scene. Spain’s legendary bar food came from Andalusia, and it thrives throughout the country.
Off the Tourist Track: Paris’ 17th Arrondissement
A well-kept locals’ secret, Paris’ 17th Arrondissement offers fascinating glimpses of history as well as a real feel for la vie Parisienne.
How to Meet the Embera Indians in Panama
Meet Panama’s indigenous Embera Indians in Panama’s Darien. This is the best way to buy an exquisite hand-woven basket. Or two.