Salmiakki: A Foreigner with Unusual Love for Finnish black salty licorice
byI have an embarrassing confession to make. As my silky smooth flight – with Finn Air via Toronto – was approximately two hours away…
Quirky Travel Tales
Quirky travel tales and travel stories focussing on crazy, eventful, bizarre, quirky & humorous moments encountered while travelling around the world.
My Train Derailed en route from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Thailand!
byLugging my backpack in near pitch black conditions, I moved one foot after another traipsing along decaying tracks that reeked of feces and urine…
The Time I Tipped My Rickshaw Driver While Visiting Udaipur, India
byTraveling in select areas of Northern India was the pinnacle of my entire 2010-11 backpacking trip across Asia. Prior to landing in India, I had started…
My Korean Apartment: New Apartment vs Old Shack On The Roof!
byAs I wound my way around the final flight of steps, I pushed open a humble door that granted me access to the top…
Thai One On Cooking Class – My Experience Learning How To Make Thai Food In Chiang Mai
bySo I took a cooking course. Initial sentiments likely revolve around whether of not an International Incident occurred, the kitchen burnt down or if anybody…
First Impressions of ESL teacher teaching English in South Korea
byIt’s not everyday that you get to interview your girlfriend. Since meeting Audrey a couple of months ago in Korea we’ve been exploring Seoul…
India Pakistan Border Closing Ceremony at Attari Wagah
byThe India-Pakistan border closing ceremony at the Wagah Border is unlike any other event you’ll witness. Every evening, as the sun sets, soldiers from…
Canadian Flag: Should I Wear A Flag On My Backpack Traveling?
byIt´s often never too terribly difficult to spot a Canuck while backpacking [ “Canuck” is a slang term for Canadian people. ] The Canadian…