SIM cards have always been a bit of a mystery to me. Prior to traveling, I didn’t even know you could change a SIM card. An expensive phone plan seemed like the only option. I remember Googling, “How to get a cheap phone plan for Asia.” One search after the other said, “SIM cards are […]
Everest Base Camp Packing List
Trekking to Everest Base Camp is daunting to say the least. Every time I thought about what to pack, I felt overwhelmed. While the company I went with provided an Everest Base Camp packing list, I also did extensive research online to ensure I didn’t forget anything. For my trek, I did the Gokyo Lake […]
The Best Time to Visit Nepal for Travel
A question I get asked constantly is, “When is the best time to visit Nepal?” Honestly, the question seems simple, but it really matters what you’re looking for. Is the weather, seeing local culture, avoiding crowds, or getting a good deal the most important to you? Which part of Nepal will you be visiting, or […]
Nepal’s Newari Caste: Food, Culture and Traditions
Nepal is a diverse country with around 125 different ethnic groups and 123 different languages. Before I arrived, I assumed everyone was Nepali and spoke Nepalese. While that is kind of true, there are a variety of different ethnic groups. Further, among each ethnic group there are subgroups. I’ve been lucky enough to make friends […]
2 Years Worth of Lessons Learned from my Bucket List
It was three years ago that I came up with a crazy idea. I would save up money, quit my job, and travel the world. I was tired of letting life pass me by, so I made the ultimate bucket list. It had 20 things I wanted to complete by the time I turned 30 […]
Himalayan Salt Room Therapy: What it’s like
I’m back in the good ole USA trying something you’d expect to find in the Himalayas. Halotherapy also known as salt room therapy. It’s a word I’d never heard of until this week. Halotherapy is a treatment that involves sitting in a room full of Himalayan salt. If you follow my blog, you probably know […]
Book Review: The Sex Lives of Cannibals by J. Maarten Troost
When someone recommends that you read a book called “The Sex Lives of Cannibals” because “It’s really funny” and “You’ll like it a lot” you really can’t help but be curious. What exactly was it about me that made someone recommend a book with this title? The truth is, the book has very little to […]
The Best NYC Museum for Kids 10 & Up: Spyscape
I was scrolling through Instagram seeing the same old pictures. A baby here, a dog there, a woman standing on the beach wearing a flowing dress, another woman on the beach, someone doing yoga, another woman on the beach, and a woman on the beach doing yoga. Then, something dark flew past my screen. I […]
The Best Desserts in Austin Texas Walking/Scooter Tour
I knew I’d be visiting Austin, Texas in September for a Travel Blogging Conference and wanted to make the most out of my trip. When I thought about all the things Austin is known for, it seemed like trying all of the food was the obvious choice. I decided I wanted to go on a […]
The Best Food Trucks in Austin, Tx
When I think of Austin, Texas, I think of food trucks and bright painted murals. That pretty much sums up my time there. I went to Austin for a travel blogging conference and spent my free time eating my way through the city. I had no idea what I was in for until I realized […]