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In San Cristóbal, Comal is about the food
One Mexican chef's lifelong journey with food.
In Bogotá, Prudencia makes its own rules
On a peckish, food-driven walk through the La Candelaria neighborhood in Bogotá, I came across two tall, sturdy wooden doors.
In Chile, progress might have to come from chefs
It was the most rain the city had seen in weeks, maybe months. It was unrelenting, but so was my
On Packing Light: The Complete One-Bag Packing List
A one-bag packing list designed for indefinite travel across multiple climates and locations.
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Spending 72 Hours in Porto, Portugal
Day 1
After a quick train ride from the airport to the city center, I get to my abode for
Oktoberfest in Munich: A Sausage Party
If you’re looking for quick, high-level information about Oktoberfest, go here. This, however, is not that. This is a
The Top 8 Benefits (and a Few Considerations) of Ultralight Travel
You’re probably painfully aware by now that I’m a huge proponent of ultralight travel. For the uninitiated, ultralight,
What is Grog? A Story of Drunk British Sailors
I think it’s only fitting to do a post on the namesake of the blog, grog. You may have
Ginjinha: The History of this Delightful Portuguese Liqueur
Whenever I check out a new city, I’m always on the hunt for booze that is rooted in history.
72 Hours in Lisbon
I could talk about the beautiful sunsets. Or maybe the terracotta roofs. Or, perhaps, I could talk about the incredible
Visiting the Azores: Three Days in Paradise
As I made my way up the trail, the weather shifted. Dense fog descended; I could barely see five feet
City Guide: Dublin City Guide [Updated: 2023]
A field guide on where to eat and drink around Dublin, Ireland.
Travel During the Coronavirus? Please, Just Don’t Do It.
In the past couple of weeks, I’ve dusted off my snowboarding gear and bought a new (uh, used?) cable
Make the World a Better Place, Ditch Your Rollaboard
Disclaimer, prepare yourselves for a rant about something that most normal people don’t give a second thought. Typically rollaboards,
Oktoberfest in Munich: What You Need to Know
It’s in September, not October
Is this common knowledge by now? I feel like it should be, but just
How to Spend a Weekend in the Finger Lakes
Objectively, fall is the best time of year. You have crisp mornings, pumpkin spice lattes, and the vibrant foliage. If
Pubs, Pints & Castles: An Ireland Road Trip
The last few years, I’ve made it a tradition to travel abroad for Thanksgiving. I’m not quite sure
Aquavit: The Drink of Vikings
It seems like the Scandinavian countries are always at the forefront of design and innovation. You have heard about their
Solo Travel as an Introvert
Picture this: You’re backpacking through Southeast Asia, you meet a group of like-minded travelers, go out for a bowl
What is Poitín? The Irish Spirit Having a Renaissance
When you think of drinking in Ireland, your mind probably jumps to Guinness or Jameson. Those two have been a
A Poem and Tribute to the Dive Bar
Oh the humblest of watering holes
How you do stand the test of time!
You always seem to hold a
How to Find Cheap Housing for Your Trip
Hostels
The most obvious answer for solo travelers. Hostels provide a cheap and convenient option for people, but that does