Salmiakki: A Foreigner with Unusual Love for Finnish black salty licorice
byI have an embarrassing confession to make. About two hours before my Finnair flight via Toronto landed in Helsinki, I developed a craving so…
Welcome to my travel blog blog! This is where you’ll find everything from in-depth travel guides to the quirkiest stories from the road, not to mention a hefty dose of inspiration and all the travel tips you could ever need, straight from a guy who’s been around the block (and the world) a few times. This is miles away from ordinary…dripping with sarcasm.

I’ve been fortunate enough to visit 70+ countries as a solo traveler and with my wife Audrey. Travel is my number one passion in life. And I’m excited to share my experiences with you.
My guides aren’t just about pointing you to the nearest tourist spot. They’re a deeper dive into the true soul of a place, whether it’s a bustling city or a hidden nook only the locals know about. And the stories? Oh, they’re anything but ordinary. Ever find yourself on a chicken bus (with more animals than humans) or accidentally joining a local wedding? That’s the kind of stuff I live for. It’s the reason I’m on the road. Those authentic experiences you’ll never forget.
If you’re looking for that little push to book your next adventure, you’re in the right place. Between bespoke photos and tales of unexpected adventures, I hope to inspire you. And because I’ve learned a thing or two on my travels, you’ll be getting all the tips I’ve acquired to make your journey smoother.
So, whether you’re plotting your next escape or just love a good travel yarn, you’ve arrived at the right spot.
I have an embarrassing confession to make. About two hours before my Finnair flight via Toronto landed in Helsinki, I developed a craving so…
Heading back home to Canada for an extended period for the first time in years, I found myself exploring my own backyard with fresh…
Having just settled into our apartment in Berlin, little did I know that one of the city’s great Sunday spectacles was taking place practically…
Travelling through parts of northern India was the pinnacle of my entire 2010–11 backpacking trip across Asia. Before arriving in India, I had started…
Famous places are vulnerable to their own postcards. By the time you finally arrive, you have already seen the landmark photographed at sunrise, sunset,…
One of the true joys of travel is sampling a food for the first time and instantly falling in love. No adjustment period. No…
I stepped onto the balcony of our Thai apartment and watched a plane climb over Chiang Mai. It rose above the city, slipped into…
Over the years I’ve transformed from being a backpacker into something closer to a flashpacker. The backpack survived. My tolerance for living on crackers,…