Travel – Page 39 – VirtualWayfarer

BackpackingJuly 30, 2010March 9, 2011

Wandering in Oslo, Norway

My final day in Oslo was spent meandering the city's cobblestone streets, wandering through the old harbor, and resting lazily in the park reading my book. I'd paused at the local rail station during the previous day's walking tour and picked up a discount reservation for an overnight train from…

BackpackingJuly 27, 2010March 9, 2011

Oslo Continued – Local Food and Playing in the Park

When I last left you, Sten and I had just finished exploring a large portion of Oslo. It was a fantastic insight into the city, Norse history and local culture. But, I wasn't done. In fact, my hosts still had a few …

BackpackingJuly 20, 2010March 9, 2011

Exploring Oslo – Longships, Vikings and Stave Churches

The sight that greeted my bleary eyes was a frustrating one. I silently cursed myself for not spending more time taking photos of the city the night before. The previous evening's blue sky had been replaced by a solid,…

BackpackingJuly 19, 2010April 19, 2011

Announcing the 2nd Arizona Travel Blogger Meetup!

The time has come for the 2nd Arizona Travel Blogger Meet (and tweet!) up. Bring your stories, pictures and self for a few hours of travel talk, stories and bonding with other members of Arizona's local travel communit…

BackpackingJuly 8, 2010March 9, 2011

Oslo Norway – Vikings, Embassies and Old Friends

The ride to the airport was uneventful. For 6 Euro, a shuttle service picked me up at my hostel proving the anxiety that I'd had over catching an early morning bus on a quiet Sunday unnecessary. As the shuttle meand…

BackpackingJuly 2, 2010March 9, 2011

24 Hours in Dublin

My adventure began at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. I arrived a few hours early preparing for the possibility of long lines and delays. I shouldn't have worried. The Phoenix Airport is not only one of the friendliest, but also one of the most convenient I've ever flown through. …

BackpackingJune 25, 2010March 9, 2011

Scandinavia Bound – Packing and Trip Prep

Hello friends! As I gear up and prepare to start my next adventure later today, I've assembled a few tips and tricks for those of you who may be considering making a similar trip. I'll be spending the next 18 days …

BackpackingJune 16, 2010March 9, 2011

Martian Landscapes, Barren Desert and Old Bridges

When I left you last I'd just wrapped up a delightful evening exploring Flagstaff and begun my first American Hostel experience. The following morning I woke up early, washed up and made a quick call to connect with N…

BackpackingJune 2, 2010March 9, 2011

My First US Hostel, New Friends and Flagstaff Arizona

I've made no secret of my general lack of passion for the desert so this series of posts will no doubt surprise some of you. Based out of Scottsdale, AZ most of the year, I don't do a lot of hiking and seldom write po…

BackpackingMay 11, 2010May 11, 2010

20 Days in Central America for less than $2,500

One of the most common questions I receive from friends and readers alike is how do you afford it? The assumption is that a 16-20 day trip abroad must be terribly expensive. People commonly expect the trip expense to …