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The Backseat Butcher of Bangkok: Busted!

November 20, 2025 by Ben BarteeLeave a Comment

Originally published via Armageddon Safari: Sometimes stereotypes hold true. Case in point: Asian men do indeed, as a rule of thumb, as anyone who has watched Japanese pornography may have noticed, tend to have smaller-than-average packages compared to those of the European persuasion and definitely pitted against the Africans. (I discuss issues related to the phallus in the context of living in East Asia as an expat extensively in my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa Safari, Asia, Bangkok Thailand, Expatriate, Malaysia, Paris, Thailand, Vietnam, Wine Tasting

STARLUX and PEANUTS Expand Partnership, Bring Fan-Favorite Themed Flights to US Routes

May 20, 2025 by DaveLeave a Comment

Beginning May 28, luxury carrier extends its popular PEANUTS™ experience beyond Asia with Snoopy-themed cabins and inflight amenities Los Angeles, CA, and Taipei, TW – Snoopy fans, prepare for takeoff! STARLUX Airlines, Taiwan’s premier luxury carrier, is bringing its popular PEANUTS™-themed flight experience to select U.S. routes for the first time, starting May 28. Passengers can embark on an unforgettable journey with Snoopy and friends … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, America, Asia, Culture, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Journey, Los Angeles, Macau, Malaysia, Music, North America, Philippines, San Francisco, Seattle, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam

How to combine travel and learning on a budget

November 22, 2024 by Diana AyadaLeave a Comment

Traveling helps you expand your horizons in new places. It also offers a unique opportunity to learn new skills, explore cultures, and discover different perspectives. While many associate learning while traveling with expensive study abroad programs, in reality, there are inexpensive ways to combine these two passions. In addition, if you are a student or professional looking for academic support, taking advantage of a paper writing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Culinary travel, Culture, Food and Wine, History, Markets, Technology, Thailand, Vietnam, Volunteer

Sea Links City, Mui Ne Vietnam – September 2024

September 1, 2024 by DaveLeave a Comment

This massive resort encompasses some 167 hectares and is located in Mui Ne, a fishing community located along the shores of the South China Sea - abut a 4-5 hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City. Created by Vietnam based entrepreneur Mr. Nguyen Van Dong (Chairman of the multi-faceted Rang Dong Group), Sea Links City is a lifestyle community featuring several resorts and restaurants. Centered around a challenging 18-hole golf course the resort attracts … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Beach, Castle, China, Drinking, Fishing, Golf, Lifestyle, Napa Valley, Resort, Restaurants, Sand, Seafood, Vietnam, Wine Tasting

PAX AGRICULTURA ‘Peace Through Agriculture’ Event, Napa Valley

August 1, 2024 by DaveLeave a Comment

On the last day of July in 2024, a gathering at the gorgeous Castellucci Estate in the heart of Napa Valley honored Roots of Peace founder and the 2023 World Food Prize Laureate and 2024 Nobel Peace Prize nominee, Heidi Kuhn. Distinguished keynote speakers included Heidi Kuhn, Marcus Nobel of the Nobel Peace Prize Family and S.F. Consul General Dmytro Kushneruk. Guests were treated to stories of Kuhn's work and were introduced to the new CEO … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Afghanistan, Art, Cambodia, Cruising, Culture, Festival, Food and Wine, History, Music, Napa Valley, San Francisco, Vietnam, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

The Convenient Travel Guide to Visiting Saudi Arabia

July 25, 2024 by Dave2 Comments

Saudi Arabia used to be one of the most difficult countries to secure a tourist visa. Several years ago on a flight from Bangkok to Vietnam I remember reading an article mentioning that policies regarding travel to the country would be changing in the coming years. I made a mental note to keep an eye open for that. I was able to visit last year, spending the majority of my time in Dammam. Traveling to Saudi Arabia can be an exhilarating … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Arabic, Bakeries, Bangkok Thailand, Bus Travel, Coffee, Culinary travel, Culture, Desert, Drinking, Fashion, History, Journey, Museum, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Travel Insurance, Vietnam, Visa, Walking tour

Great Global Giveaway for Educational Adventures to Seven Continents Begins January 2024

January 20, 2024 by DaveLeave a Comment

Road Scholar Contest Winners Will Find “Golden Ticket” in 2025 Catalog Boston, Mass. (January 5, 2024) — Road Scholar, the nonprofit world leader in educational travel for older adults, is having an early kick-off of their 50th anniversary celebration with a contest called the “Great Global Giveaway.” Seven lucky winners will win one of seven educational adventures to seven continents, complete with airfare for two people. These seven trips, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, America, Angkor Wat, Antarctica, Art, Asia, Australia, Boston, Cambodia, Europe, Machu Picchu, Massachusetts, North America, Paris, Riviera, South America, Sydney, Vietnam, Wildlife

Queen City Revelations: Unlocking the Charm and Energy of Charlotte

January 11, 2024 by Sherryn De VosLeave a Comment

As the Carolina Piedmont sun sets, casting elongated shadows over Uptown Charlotte, the city's electric ambiance becomes palpable. Charlotte, a jewel of the American South, harmoniously blends warm Southern hospitality with ambitious cosmopolitan vibes. With its population standing at 2.3 million in 2024, Charlotte continues to grow and evolve, offering an array of hidden gems and vibrant experiences beneath its gleaming skyscrapers and animated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Art, Baseball, Culinary travel, Culture, Food and Wine, Hiking, Journey, Museum, River Rafting, Shopping Mall, Sports, Vietnam, Wildlife

Steven K. Tsuchida, American Film Director

January 5, 2024 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

Steven is an American film and television director. His latest Netflix original film A Tourist's Guide to Love starring and produced by Rachael Leigh Cook, whisked him away to the bustling streets of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh cities and otherworldly landscapes of Vietnam. The trip didn't just mark his first foray into international filmmaking, it was a treasure trove of far east discoveries. I recently had a chance to talk with him about his … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Art, Culinary travel, Culture, Far East, Festival, Film, Food and Wine, Hawaii, Internet, Journey, Resort, Restaurants, Romantic, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Traffic, Tropical Fruit, Vietnam

Crazy House, Dalat Vietnam – January 2024

January 1, 2024 by DaveLeave a Comment

Also called the Hang Nga Guesthouse, owner and founder Dang Viet Nga quickly discovered that most of her guests were leaving comments about this 'crazy house' in her guestbook and eventually decided that would be the most appropriate name. And when one visits, one quickly realizes this space is perfectly named! Dang earned her PhD in architecture at the University of Moscow and eventually moved back to Vietnam. She began to conceptualize this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Architecture, Moscow, Taxi, Vietnam, Walking tour

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