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The Night Market
Just the term “night market” conjures up something exotic. We’re fascinated by things that go on after dark. Even the wicked and demonic rituals we envision drive us to theaters to realize our darkest fantasies. So when you hear that there is a night market, well, that just suggests that there is something more than…
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If you want to stop time, go to Laos
As I ate breakfast overlooking the water, I looked down upon a man scooping water from his submerged canoe. He methodically emptied scoop after scoop of water, and it reminded me of a story I read when I was young about someone trying to empty the ocean one scoop at a time. I wondered why…
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How to choose the best accommodation while traveling
When choosing a place to stay, there are several things to consider. As in real estate, location location location should be your mantra. You may be able to find a cheaper spot just out of town, but don’t forget to consider hidden costs like getting to and from your place. I almost always choose a…
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Pai, Thailand; Recommended with reservations
The first time I came to Chiang Mai in northern Thailand, everyone spoke of Pai. “You have to go to Pai” was the mantra uttered by every hippie guy and girl in oversized flowing elephant print pants. They said it in a dreamy way that implied nirvana or at the very least a narcotic experience.…
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The Airport Road
“Airport, airport, you say airport”, was how we were greeted by our driver. I hadn’t wanted to travel by minivan, but when I checked with the receptionist in the morning, I was told that’s how I’d be going. This was the same receptionist who just yesterday told me I’d be traveling by bus. She updated…
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Anyone Can Travel
My mother in law used to say, “if you can read, you can cook”. Well, I feel the same about travel. “If you can walk, you can travel”. It may not get you far, depending on your physical condition or vacation time off, but it can get you somewhere. Take the case of Tom Turcich,…
