Category Archives: Blog

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Is there more to New Mexico than Breaking Bad?

New Mexico was the primary shooting location for Breaking Bad, but is it a good vacation destination? In my eleventh letter to my son, I broke down the good and the bad of the Land of Enchantment.

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Is Rio de Janeiro an overrated travel destination?

Rio de Janeiro is one of the most-visited cities in the Southern Hemisphere, but is it an overrated travel destination? In my tenth letter to my son, I wrote about the good and the bad of Brazil’s fabled oceanside city.

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Is Dominica an underrated travel destination?

Dominica is one of the least-visited countries in the Caribbean, but are travelers sleeping on this island nation? In my ninth letter to my son, I wrote about the good and the bad of the most unspoiled island in the eastern Caribbean.

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Should you prioritize a trip to India’s golden triangle?

India’s golden triangle showcases the best and worst aspects of the country, but should you prioritize a visit? In my eighth letter to my son, I break down India’s popular tourist circuit.

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Is Taipei, Taiwan layover worthy?

Taipei City is known for its lively night markets and street food scene, but is it layover worthy? In my seventh letter to my son, I wrote about the wonderful and not-so-wonderful things about Taiwan’s capital.

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Why I enjoy my 5-hour super commute

My commute to work takes over five hours round trip. In my sixth letter to my son, I wrote about why I genuinely ENJOY my super commute.

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Is a visit to Great Smoky National Park worth a trip across the country?

If you live in the western United States, is a visit to Great Smoky National Park worth the trip across the country? In my fifth letter to my son, I wrote about the fun and not-so-fun things about “The Smokies” and the surrounding area.

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Is one week a long enough trip to New Zealand?

Given how much there is to see and do in New Zealand, is one week a long enough trip? In my fourth letter to my son, I answer the question above while diving into both the good and bad about a visit to the country that stood in for Middle Earth.

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Are you hardcore enough for a trip to the Amazon rainforest?

A trip to the Amazon rainforest is not for the faint of heart. In my third letter to my son, I write about both the awesome and the difficult aspects of a trip to the Amazon rainforest, Brazil.

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What is an African safari REALLY like?

An African safari is an incredible way to view wildlife, but there’s more to the experience than seeing animals (and it’s not all good!). In my second letter to my son, I break down what it’s REALLY like to go on an African safari in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania.