I’m very fortunate in that I get to travel a lot. Check out these travel stories for some of the most remarkable experiences. From dodging bullets in Paraguay to sea kayaking in Antarctica, there are a ton of stories worth digging into!
What’s in my Bag?
Have you ever left something at home when you're traveling? Terrible feeling, right? Well, the other day, I did it in a big way. I fly almost 200,000 miles per year and have developed a routine that works well for me....
A Quick Continental Crossing
I've always wanted to drive from the Atlantic to the Pacific. You know, see the continent. I finally did it...on Saturday. And, thanks to the careful use of airline miles and hotel points, I was able to accomplish the...
Transpacific Anticipation
I've heard some travelers express sadness when they start a trip. Beginning a journey, they say, marks the end since the experience is already coming to a close. It's a negative spin on the cliche that, "A journey of...
Un-Bolivia-Able
It's 5:00 a.m. at the airport in La Paz, Bolivia. I've just landed and I'm walking up to a cubicle with $160 in US currency to pay for a tourist visa. As I hand the customs officer the money, she looks cautiously at me...
A Tale of Two Equators
When I discovered a ticket to Quito I could pay for with frequent flier miles for a flight that would get me back to my office in time for a weekly Monday-morning meeting, it just made sense to go and stand on the...
Just Returned from Mars. And Wow!
And I thought Antarctica was amazing! My most epic trip, yet! I just got back from Mars. Nasa hooked me up on this one. Apparently, this blog is really getting some "wings!" A few of my three visitors-per-month are...
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[Nearly] Locked Up Abroad in Punta Arenas
Generally speaking, I hate to make general statements; however, in this case, I'll say something in general. People from the States don't travel as much as people from other countries. Perhaps it's because we have so...
Antarctica Episode Seven: The Seventh Continent
For me, setting foot in a new place is quite an emotional experience. Not in the crying sense, but in the sense that I'm excited about an accomplishment. And truthfully, most of that "accomplishment" belongs to the...
Antarctica Episode Six: The Sea Kayaking Adventures
Previously on the "Antarctic Episodes," I presented a preview, talked about the Wildlife,the History, and the Science, and shared some of my favorite photos. Today, I'd like to tell you about my adventures in a sea...
Antarctica Episode Five: The Photographs
For those of you just joining us, I recently returned from a week-long expedition to Antarctica. Since coming back to civilization, I've been posting about the experience. In previous "episodes," I presented a preview,...