If you follow my blog, then you know that I like to take a cooking class in every country I visit. Truth is, I’m a terrible cook. The great thing about cooking exotic food for friends back home is that they have no idea if you’ve messed up. This has given me a little more […]
Exploring the Mondulkiri Elephant Sanctuary & Town
For some reason, southern Cambodia just wasn’t calling my name. Koh Rong, Kampot, and Sihanoukville were seeing monsoon season full force. I had no intention of venturing away from Phnom Penh until I met an awesome girl from Denmark who happened to be interning at the Mondulkiri Elephant Sanctuary. I know what you’re thinking…dream job. […]
Cambodia Backpacking Budget with Breakdowns
If you’re coming from a western country, you’ll think Cambodia is cheap. However, if you’re coming from another country in Southeast Asia, you’ll find it surprisingly expensive. While beautiful hotels are cheap, food and tourism is on the pricey side. My Cambodia backpacking budget was for $30 a day, but I ended up going over […]
Visiting Bali GEO Coffee Plantation in Ubud
The second someone mentioned a coffee plantation in Ubud, I knew I’d be going. I’d previously had a blast learning everything there was to know about making tea in India, so I would not pass up a chance to learn about my other favorite beverage. We arrived at Bali GEO Coffee Plantation in Ubud where […]
Taking a Khmer Cooking Class in Phnom Penh
I think it’s good to challenge ourselves every day. For me, cooking is always a challenge. Taking a class in each country I visit is always interesting, and taking a cooking class in Phnom Penh was no different.. I wasn’t really sure what Khmer (Cambodian) food was before I got here. Even after being here […]
Mount Rinjani Trekking: What to Expect in 3D & 2N
I decided to rearrange my schedule to go Mount Rinjani trekking after hearing several people say it was their favorite part of visiting Indonesia. When everyone agrees that one thing was his or her favorite, it’s a no brainer. I’d been told that the trek was extremely difficult and not everyone would summit. This idea […]
Snorkeling in Nusa Lembongan: What it’s like
The boat hits a wave, and suddenly, we’re airborne. Everyone gasps in unison, grasping for whatever they can hold onto. The boat tips to the right, and finally, lands back on the water evening itself out. We all brace ourselves for the next wave, and when it comes, it’s even bigger than the last. This […]
Sustainable Tourism in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
I ended up staying at my hostel in Phnom Penh to catch up on work by the pool for 11 days. At first, it’s easy to see why no one wants to spend time in this city. Scams are at large and bag snatchers are a serious problem. If you walk down the streets at night, […]
Cambodia Travel Tips for First Time Visitors
Here’s my list of Cambodia travel tips that I learned while doing research on Cambodia plus my experiences while there for a month. Cambodia is an interesting country with ancient temples, thriving cities, and a dark past. This is everything you should know before arriving. Cambodia Travel Tips Before You Go… Travel Document Requirements * […]
Trying Weird & Exotic Foods in Siem Reap
Cambodia is like a mecca of weird foods. It’s the only place I’ve ever been where crickets and tarantula make it onto the menu. I’ve had a lot of people ask me “why?” Why try these very weird delicacies? For starters, I have a when in Rome policy. I like to experience the world the […]