Okavango Delta, Botswana
When you arrive in Maun, it looks like a tiny backwater town, but after a few days in the Okavango Delta, it seems like a thriving metropolis. It takes a two hour boat ride...
The Essential Destination
Machu Picchu, Peru
There are very few massive tourist destinations that live up to their hype. They are usually ruined by their own fame. The Great Wall of China, the Louvre, Disney World and many more are...
Words that should exist in English
English is an incredibly versatile language and is able to absorb words easily. Think how much richer our language would be if we adopted some of these words from other languages that have no...
How to Say Cheers!
When you are traveling, you will meet lots of people from all over the world. One of the easiest ways to get to know someone is to have a few drinks together. Break the...
Klepon- Sweet Rice Balls Stuffed with Sugar
This Indonesian dessert is delicious and extremely easy to make. Ingredients 1 ½ cups glutinous rice flour- this can be purchased from Asian grocers. ¾ cup coconut milk (or lukewarm water) 2-3 drops pandan...
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town, on the southeastern coast of South Africa, is a destination of dramatic vistas, turbulent history and a cosmopolitan vibe. The city seems to sprawl from the base of Table Top Mountain. It...
Destination Guide: Iceland
This little island lies halfway between North America and Europe, but it seems like another world. Iceland is an incredible destination and because it is not a large country, you can explore much of...
The Most Useful Things to take Traveling
Before you embark on any journey, there is a task that must be completed that can be an utter nightmare: packing. Packing the right amount and type of clothes can be a fairly straightforward...
Caipirinha
No other drink is as distinctly Brazilian as the caipirinha (kai-pi-reen-ya). The smoky cachaca blends perfectly with sweet sugar and tangy lime. Grab a caipirinha, pop on some samba, fire up the BBQ and...
