The Adventures of First Timers in Europe {Part 1}

By , August 1, 2011 3:29 am

Air France Cancellation E-mail 15 Mins Before Departure

First experiences are always memorable no matter if good or bad. On a last-minute decision, my parents decide to come and visit us in France. It is going to be their first time ever in France, but also in Europe! I would like to share their story with you because in all my travels, I have never experienced so much bad luck all at once, as they did. My poor parents. [...]

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Japan Video: Hayaku

By , July 29, 2011 9:23 am

Tsunami in Japan

During our 13 months circling the globe 2.4 times, we were very fortunate that we were not at the wrong place at the wrong time.

We were in Thailand right before and after the shootings occurred in Bangkok. For New Zealand, we came after the 1st big earthquake in Christchurch and left for Australia before the 2nd earthquake. Soon after leaving South America and Australia, there was heavy flooding. [...]

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Traveling Solo Through Japan By Foot

By , July 26, 2011 12:57 pm

Anthony Traveling Solo In Japan

Without further delay, I would like to personally introduce our Traveler of The Week. Anthony is not only a good friend of ours, but we thank him for always entertaining us with his outrageous stories. [...]

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The Unspoken Heroes Of The Galapagos

By , July 22, 2011 12:01 am

Animals of the Galapagos

On our bucket list for places we want to see before we die, the Galapagos was very high.  We were concerned that it was going to put a big dent on our budget, but we managed to get to the Galapagos and not spend too much. [...]

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My First Soccer Match in France

By , July 20, 2011 2:09 am

Montpellier VS Marseille

Have you ever tried talking to someone who was glued to the television screen? Let me guess, that person was probably watching a sports game. In France, it’s most likely a soccer match. The pride and loyalty for soccer teams go a long way in France. So why not join in the fun in my first soccer match in France: Montpellier vs Marseille. [...]

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