Elephant tourism is one of the most exploited trades in Thailand. These beautiful animals are often beaten into submission so that tourists can come ride them and see them do tricks. Instead, tourists are encouraged to come to sanctuaries like the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary to feed the elephants, bathe with them in the river, and interact with them more naturally.
Read MoreWe spent three days in Singapore - one entirely dedicated to Gardens by the Bay; and it was so beautiful. So, if you've got a spare 7 - 10 hours, you may consider this to be one of the best (and debatably lowest cost) thing to do.
Read MoreWhenever I think of Villa de Leyva I can't help but laugh a little. I rented a car with 5 others that are traveling with me. A few in particular had one goal: pick mushrooms.
Read MoreI didn't know before that Bogota was home to the 2nd largest producer of flowers in the world. 95% of the flowers are exported from the farm to almost every corner of the world. The remaining 5% are supposed to be the worst of the batch. The worst of the best is still pretty amazing to me.
Read MoreThere's a church buried in the rocks of the salt mines in Zipaquira. I'm not particularly religious, but it's hard not to be impressed at how a belief can inspire such dramatic work.
Read MoreOne of my biggest fears starting this program was being overwhelmed by a hoard of new faces and people trying to force new friendships. I can safely say that I am glad that I was wrong.
Read MoreI love dogs. LOVE dogs. This post will be solely dedicated to the loyal companions that they are.
Read MoreAs I make my way towards the east side of the larger pond, off the path, there's a waterway leading towards a flock of small cranes. They are picking at the water. Their feathers rustle to clean their plumage. In an otherwise sleepy environment, they seem to be the only other ones awake this morning. I liked the way the sun reflected off the water they bathed in. It's like they were washing themselves with the light.
Read MoreI've lived in New York for 6 years. When I got here, the streets literally sparkled. They still do actually - take a walk along 5th avenue from 57th street downtown headed towards Saks. Look down; but be careful of oncoming foot traffic. I think back to a joke that my friend made a few years back. "See these sparkles? It's the shattered dreams of everyone that didn't make it here."
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