Backpacking – Page 4 – VirtualWayfarer

BackpackingJuly 11, 2016July 11, 2016

The Beauty and Grace of Icelandic Horses

Ahh yes, the Icelandic Horse. Famed for their beauty, their charm and their long-flowing majestic Fabio-esque locks. For years I've seen dramatic photos of Iceland's famed horses cutting the most perf…

AsiaJune 18, 2016June 18, 2016

The Mysteries of Angkor and Angkor Wat

When I first learned of Angkor, it was through photos and stories of Angkor Wat. At the time I had no idea that Angkor W…

BackpackingMay 28, 2016

Watch History Unfold – One Year of Family Travel in Europe

In 1995 and 1996 my parents travelschooled my brother and I for a year. Together, as a family, we made our way across E…

AsiaMay 13, 2016May 13, 2016

Southeast Asia – What I Expected vs. What I Experienced

I felt the grinding sound of the landing gear lowering below my feet. That hydraulic rumble that reminds me you’re most …

BackpackingApril 26, 2016

Your Friends Support You, But They Still Won’t Consume Your Content

If you're my friend and a creative the reality is that I probably don't listen to your music, haven't read your book, am…

BackpackingApril 18, 2016April 19, 2016

A 7 Day Road Trip Through Rural Scotland – The Final Leg

This is the conclusion to my series documenting my road trip through Scotland's remote rural areas. Start at the beginning (highlands), jump to part II (Skye), or see Part III (Ullapool to Durness). …