That Time I Saw Mt. Everest From My Plane Window
October 17, 2013 Before my trip to the Himalayas, I had heard that people travel from all over the world just to fly on the Kathmandu-Bhutan route for a chance at being able to see the peak of Mt. Everest. It is actually pretty rare to see it because it is usually covered in clouds most days...
What to Do on Your Layover in Singapore
Singapore! It’s big and clean; it’s shiny and modern, and it will dazzle you! Singapore is known for its upscale shopping, high prices, downtown skyscrapers, nightlife, hawker food stalls, and beautiful, clean outdoor spaces (don’t spit out your gum here–it’s illegal!). I found that there is something for everyone and their budget. Here are...
6 Must-Have Experiences in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, is a vibrant, bustling cosmopolitan city with an interesting mix of old and new. When we arrived at night, my eyes were drawn to everything from the bright lights of the tall and glossy high-rises that make up KL’s skyline to the packed inner streets of downtown...
Destination Inspiration: Bhutan, Land of Happiness
It has been about a year since I returned from Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon, aka the Land of Happiness, aka The Last Shangri-La, aka the Land of No Traffic Lights. It truly is a beautiful country. The landscapes are incredible, the culture is colorful, and the people are very friendly....