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 Wat was only one small piece of a sprawling civilization and series of cities, te…
Living Abroad
A Video Tour of Charming Copenhagen
It took me 2 days to fall in love with Copenhagen. Now, 5 years later, it's my adopted home. Here's a quick mixture of f…
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…
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 …
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…
Denmark 101 – Jaywalking & Peeing in Public – Episode 3
Danes are famous for their adherence to stoplight laws (unless they're biking of course). Jaywalking isn't something you see often. And yet, there is a strange cognitive dissonance that sets in, part…
Denmark 101 – Shopping Culture and How To Piss Off A Dane – Episode 2
In this discussion I explore Danish cultural norms and protocol using the supermarket example (and confirm it) which has…
Denmark 101 – Your Crash Course In Danish Culture – Intro
Denmark and its residents are a fascinating group. In this video series I'll be leveraging my observations and research …
Solo Travel, Sexual Assault and the Conversation We’re Not Having
Among independent travelers under 35, a majority of those taking to the road are women. This often surprises people beca…
Turning 31 – Reflections on Confidence and Relationships
Over the past few years a tradition of sorts has arisen. To celebrate my birthday, I sit down, put on my thinking cap, a…