…fortable and luxurious experience. Guatemala can be time-consuming, bumpy, cramped and crowded. Recommendations for Travelers to Mexico and Guatemala Travelers seeking great outdoor adventures can find plenty of excitement in both countries. Those specifically looking for beautiful beaches and/or surfing will have a lot more choice in Mexico. People interested in Mayan ruins can find fantastic sites in both countries. Those specifically interested…
…ive regal suites that host the world’s sultans (The Sultan of Morocco, for example), royal families, presidents, top government officials, movie stars and other ultra-wealthy guests. My hotel tour guide even snapped a picture of me sitting in the master bedroom of one such suite. Not many visitors to Istanbul get that prestigious experience! Ajwa Hotel Sultanahmet 5. Overnight Stay at Ajwa Hotel Sultanahmet Another amazing experience I enjoyed bec…
…The most famous building of this type is Qorichanca – Santo Domingo Church complex. Within the property are still-intact Inca walls and stone rooms, a huge Spanish-style open courtyard and Santo Domingo Church, which has both Inca and Spanish walls, along with many other Spanish architectural and interior works. Over the centuries since the Incas built their capital at Cusco, the city has been attacked by severe earthquakes. A major one in 1650 de…
…top cut off, or a small oval vase. Mate cups are made out of all sorts of materials, including leather, wood, ceramic and others. They come in all colors and patterned covers. But they’re all more or less the same size. A short thick non-throw-away straw goes with each mate cup. And each person owns his/her own mate cup, which isn’t generally shared with anyone else. The second big difference between drinking mate and regular tea is that the mate…
…ast of Mexico City. The city was founded by Spanish conquerors in the early 1500s. Oaxaca is considered one of Mexico’s prettiest cities, full of colonial stone architecture, cobblestone streets, historic churches and many small museums and art galleries. Oaxaca is also a major center for the arts, including colorful arts & handicrafts from indigenous peoples and both traditional and modern paintings, pottery and photography. The city is full of s…
…wimming in crystal-clear teal water, dancing to bands and djs, relaxing at open-air sand-floored restaurants – completely immersed in glorious nature. In this photo gallery I present 18 photos of Tulum’s gorgeous beach and wonderfully chic-bohemian hotels. I hope they illustrate even a hint of the tropical paradise that is Tulum, Mexico. See photos of Tulum Beach here You might also enjoy: My 1st Impressions of Mexico Photos of Caye Caulker – Beli…
…a since 1998 that I’d come to consider them just ‘standard’, ‘normal’ and ‘common’. In a word, I’d come to take them for granted. But when I recently arrived at Koh Bulon Island, Thailand and checked myself into a charming thatched bungalow situated in a hillside garden, I was suddenly surprised to realize that it had actually been a very long time since I’d stayed in a thatched bungalow. To be exact, it had been three years! thatched wall Quickly…
…erly relieved. Survivor Thailand – Challenges rehearsal Then it was a mad scramble to pack up all the cameras, scaffolding, sound equipment, lights and materials. Since the Challenge lasted so long, the entire film crew had to immediately dash off to the evening’s filming. By then, that rehearsal was already an hour behind schedule. I helped out my grip buddies pack up before we dashed off to the Tribal Council set on the far side of Koh Tarutao I…
…ve slightly different hull shapes, outrigger arm construction and building materials. Boat sizes vary from cute little one-man fishing outriggers to large sampahs used as ferries between islands, which can easily hold 50 people or more. Then, of course, Meno’s boats also sport a wonderful rainbow of vibrant colors. If you’re intrigued by boats like I am, check out my photo collection of Gili Meno’s lovely boats. SEE FULL GALLERY And here are more…
…us visit. I was relieved to find the forest still intact, still permitting free camping, and still completely undeveloped, except for a cute unobtrusive bar built entirely of natural materials, its perimeter marked by a row of landscaping plants. It was closed up tight by the time I arrived. Perhaps it had shut down just the day before, after the storm? Having scoped out the island and found it intact, I settled into life in my little slice of tro…
Hi! I'm Lash, an American nomadic world traveler who's been traveling solo since 1998. Iām passionate about traveling the world nomadically and then sharing it all with you. I hope to inspire you to travel the world, to entertain you with tales from the road, and to help you reach your travel dreams. Welcome! 
