Hidden in the dense jungles of southeastern Asia are a series of ancient religious temples that have captured the imagination of travelers and writers alike. Take a moment to explore the famed Angkor Wat. The massive complex has inspired many
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Pisco, Planes, Nasca Lines, and a Boneyard: Discovering Treasures in Southern Peru
I first became familiar with the name “pisco” after imbibing a refreshing, knock-your-socks-off, more-or-less Peruvian national cocktail called a pisco sour. Pisco is an alcohol more akin to moonshine versus a high-quality liquor. Nonetheless, the sweet cocktail soon wormed its
Continue readingNepal: Heart of the Himalayas (Part II)
Don’t miss out on Nepal: Heart of the Himalayas (Part I) here. In our last blog we traveled to the famed Durbar Square in Kathmandu. In the second installment on the incredible nation of Nepal, we visit two more of
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Nestled in the heart of the Himalayan range is the small and incredible nation of Nepal. The Nepali people are a distinctive blend of their surroundings. From the spicy Indian way of life to the south and living among the
Continue readingSurviving the Swelter in Bangkok Thailand
Nestled into the central region of Southeast Asia, Thailand’s capital city Bangkok is a cultural jewel. With a population of over 10 million people, the populous city contains over 15 percent of the nation’s population in one location. As with
Continue readingMore Creatures of Nasca: Part II
One hazy day in southern Peru, we boarded a small Cessna Caravan and took off to see the mysterious Nasca Lines. These geoglyphs are famous for the creatures, odds lines, spirals, and geometric shapes drawn sometime between 200 to 600
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