I’ll get right to the point, I totally underestimated Tokyo! Discounting it as “just another metropolis,” I only planned two days here. Good thing there is a direct flight from PDX because there will absolutely be another trip in the future. So much left to explore! Two unmistakable qualities I love about Tokyo; 1. how … More TOKYO
After two nights on the Isle of Skye, it was time to explore the Applecross Peninsula. The day started out under heavy cloud cover with a few downpours and to be honest, my spirits were low. It would be a fair amount of driving from Skye to Shieldaig on single track roads. But then, the … More The End of the Road, Scotland (Part III)
Part two picks up on a sunny day leaving Kilchurn Castle, heading north on A82 through the stunning Glen Coe en route to the Isle of Skye. Scotland was quickly climbing my list of favorite places, with some of the most majestic scenery I’ve ever seen! Despite the stunning landscapes, Glen Coe is the scene … More From Glen Coe to Skye, Scotland (Part II)
Scotland has been on my must see list for some time now, after reading (cough, cough) the Outlander book series. The Highlands are described so vividly in the books, I knew I had to explore these dramatic and rugged lands myself. And if you know me, you know I love road trips! I discovered I … More A Road Trip Through Scotland (Part I)
I wasn’t sure what to expect on our short stopover in Kuala Lumpur but we were greeted with traffic, humidity and an abundance of skyscrapers! Despite the hectic feel of the city, we really enjoyed discovering the unique mix of cultures and people of KL. The stunning Petronas Towers I wanted to see the famous … More 48 Hours in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
After 3 days of exploring Siem Reap and the temples of Angkor, it was time to break away and see a bit of the Cambodian countryside! We met up with our friends Jim and Sumatra, who are living in Siem Reap and Jim planned a motorbike trip to Phnom Kulen National Park. And what an … More A Scooter Adventure to Kulen Mountain, Cambodia
Following a fun stopover in Hong Kong, we made our way to Siem Reap, Cambodia! And more specifically Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site that is one of Asia’s top tourist destinations. Angkor was the capital city of the Khmer Empire and flourished from the 9th to 15th centuries. During its height, the … More The Majestic Angkor Empire, Cambodia
