Tikal: Explore Mayan Ruins in Guatemala
A sea of lush green dotted with islands of carved stone, mist rising from the jungle and carrying the sound of bird calls skyward. The scene at the top of Temple IV in Tikal is one I’ll never forget. As…
Walk Through the Ancient City of Ephesus in Turkey
There are few places where you feel like you’re walking the streets of a civilization that’s been gone for hundreds of years. But that’s exactly what the ancient city of Ephesus is like. It’s a massive archaeological site that immerses…
Hawaii Local Food: 10 Things You Need to Try
Hawaii is the ultimate melting pot of food cultures. From pineapples to poi, here are some of the things you should try on your trip to the islands!
Dún Aonghasa: Visit an Ancient Fort in Western Ireland
A 3000 year old fort perched atop the sea cliffs of Ireland's western coast.
Germany Trip Report: My Return to Europe
After more than two years of staying in America, I finally made a return trip to Europe in May 2022. My wife and I decided to spend our vacation in southern Germany. Why Germany? It was mostly personal interest, but…
Trip Report: Road Trip Around Arizona, USA
It’s hard to describe the feeling of open space in Arizona. The feeling of being on another planet, where all the familiar scenery of home is missing. Instead you see red rock, blue sky, and a few scrubby plants. And…
Seville: Memories of a Magical City
Update: I wrote this post a long time ago, but it still captures how I feel about Seville! As we reach the one-year mark on the pandemic, I find myself thinking about places that have left the biggest impression on…