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Halong Bay Surprising Cave View

Hanoi and Halong Bay, Vietnam: 20 Cent Beers, Breathtaking Scenery and a Mutiny in Halong Bay

Posted on 06/04/2014 by Amanda Tong

It was beginning to drizzle when we arrived in Hanoi. We planned to stay with our first CouchSurfing host in Asia. The cabbies rubbed us the wrong way (cab drivers Continue Reading →

Posted in Southeast Asia, Travel, Vietnam | Tagged Southeast Asia, Travel, Vietnam | 13 Replies

Hoi An & Da Nang, Vietnam: More Amazing Food, Beaches, & Motorbike Adventures

Posted on 06/02/2014 by Amanda Tong

Even with the fanfare and glut of tourists that flock to Unesco World Heritage sites, Hoi An has done a decently good job at keeping the small town feel. Best Continue Reading →

Posted in Southeast Asia, Travel, Vietnam | Tagged Travel | 1 Reply

Southern Vietnam: Good Food, Worst Beach & Lots of Russian Roulette

Posted on 04/28/2014 by Matt Harlow

Unlike the Cambodia to Thailand border, we hadn’t heard any bad reports about crossing the Cambodia to Vietnam border. The border was super smooth, aided by the fact that our Continue Reading →

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Kep and Sihanoukville, Cambodia: Relaxing with Fresh Seafood, Beaches, & Sunsets

Posted on 04/15/2014 by Amanda Tong

Surprise, Cambodia has beautiful beaches! In my ignorance to what Cambodia has to offer, I was shocked to learn that Cambodia has beautiful, sandy beaches.  It was the weekend of Continue Reading →

Posted in Cambodia, Southeast Asia, Travel | Tagged Travel | 1 Reply

Phnom Penh, Cambodia: Time for Reflection

Posted on 04/10/2014 by Amanda Tong

In 1975, Phnom Penh, a city of now 3 million, was completely cleared out in 3 days by the Khmer Rouge.  The efficiency and efficacy of which they carried out Continue Reading →

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Angkor Wat Sunrise in January

Siem Reap, Cambodia: Asia Adventure Begins with Insect Treats & Ancient Temple Overload

Posted on 04/07/2014 by Amanda Tong

January 24, three days after Bangkok declared a state of emergency, I was starting to rethink beginning our journey in Bangkok.  Mass protests were spread throughout the city leading up Continue Reading →

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Philippines: Introduction to Filipino Hospitality among Great Friends

Posted on 03/05/2014 by Matt Harlow

After three years of promising my friends from the Philippines I would visit, I was finally on my way to the land of the famous ‘Filipino Hospitality’.1 I arrived to Continue Reading →

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Mendoza & Buenos Aires, Argentina: Wine and Friendly Faces of Argentina

Posted on 03/03/2014 by Amanda Tong

Mendoza, Argentina evokes an image of a quaint village surrounded by endless vineyards with wineries that produce the best Malbec in the world. The Malbec part was accurate, but Mendoza Continue Reading →

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Valporaiso Chile Panoramic Night

Valparaiso & Vina del Mar, Chile: Hannah Visits for an Epic Dance Party

Posted on 02/28/2014 by Amanda Tong

Hannah (with doubt): “Nacho? We are staying with a stranger named Nacho?” Me: “I think it’d be fun – his CouchSurfing profile looks really awesome.  Hopefully you’re ok with this?” Continue Reading →

Posted in Chile, South America, Travel | Tagged Chile, Travel | 1 Reply
Laguna Esmeralda Patagonia Panoramic

Patagonia, Part 3: King Crabs, King Penguins, & The Land of Fire!

Posted on 02/26/2014 by Amanda Tong

This is the final part of a Patagonia 3-part blog Part 1 – Marley, Torres del Paine and Chinita Love Part 2 – Glacier Tossing, Argentine Tango and Penguins!!! Before Continue Reading →

Posted in Argentina, Chile, Patagonia, South America, Travel | Tagged Argentina, Chile, Patagonia, Travel | 4 Replies
Perito Moreno Glacier & Lago Roca Panoramic

Patagonia, Part 2: Glacier Tossing, Argentine Tango, and PENGUINS!!!

Posted on 02/19/2014 by Amanda Tong

Bolivia’s guide to Lonely Planet advised that we ask several people when asking for directions.  It went on to explain that in wanting so much to be helpful, locals will Continue Reading →

Posted in Argentina, Patagonia, South America, Travel | Tagged Argentina, Patagonia, Travel | 2 Replies
Torres del Paine (Towers of Paine) with Glacial Lake Panoramic

Patagonia, Part 1: Marley, Torres del Paine, and Chinita Love

Posted on 02/17/2014 by Amanda Tong

Rose was already at the hostel when we arrived to Punta Arenas; she made a 25-hour journey from the US.  She had made quick friends with others guests and the Continue Reading →

Posted in Argentina, Chile, Patagonia, South America, Travel | Tagged Argentina, Chile, Patagonia, Travel | 1 Reply

Central Chile: La Serena Curry Master, Pisco in Elqui Valley, and Danny!

Posted on 02/10/2014 by Matt Harlow

We didn’t let the two hour bus breakdown in the middle of the desert spoil our excitement for the week ahead. Two Couchsurfing hosts and a mutual friend would be Continue Reading →

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Bahia Inglesa Chile Panoramic View

San Pedro de Atacama & Bahía Inglesa, Chile: Desert Biking, Salt Lagunas, and Playground Sleepovers

Posted on 02/06/2014 by Amanda Tong

Déjà vu.  Adobe buildings, dry desert sun, and it was the first time we heard English spoken more often than Spanish. It didn’t help that the Chilean flag is very Continue Reading →

Posted in Chile, South America, Travel | Tagged Chile, Travel | 2 Replies
Panoramic view of Salar de Uyuni Bolivia

Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia: Adventures of the Salty Chilitos

Posted on 02/03/2014 by Amanda Tong

All the travelers we had encountered advised us to get in and out of Uyuni as quickly as possible.  A desert town with wide streets to match the open sky, Continue Reading →

Posted in Bolivia, South America, Travel | Tagged Bolivia, Travel | 1 Reply
La Paz Bolivia Panoramic

Exploring Bolivia: Trivia Champs, Wallyball, and Dinosaur Slides

Posted on 01/28/2014 by Amanda Tong

(Note: We have not updated the blog recently, however we plan on finishing blogging our South American adventures coupled with updates from Leg 2 of our journey – SE Asia) Continue Reading →

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Isla Del Sol Panoramic

Lake Titicaca, Bolivia: Drunken Border Crossing and The Birthplace of the Sun

Posted on 11/14/2013 by Amanda Tong

Other travelers spoke very poorly of Puno, so we had a negative bias before even arriving.  The moment we set foot in the bus terminal, we were being hustled to Continue Reading →

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Colca Canyon Overlook

Arequipa, Peru: Desert Canyon Spa and Bus Passenger Mutiny

Posted on 11/11/2013 by Amanda Tong

Another night bus to Arequipa – seems like all arrive between 5-6AM; the streets were silent.  Sunday meant that most of the tourist attractions were closed, so we walked around, Continue Reading →

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Cusco, Peru: Exploring the Sacred Valley and A Lunch Date in the Shadow of Machu Picchu

Posted on 11/04/2013 by Amanda Tong

On-demand movies on personal TVs, WiFi, full recline seats, meals and a bus attendant call button – almost better than flying! 22- hours in a bus wasn’t as bad as Continue Reading →

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Lima, Peru: Hotel Luxury and Our Jacuzzi Lavanderia

Posted on 11/01/2013 by Amanda Tong

We arrived in Lima at 4:30AM, but this time there would be no bus station sleeping, we were going to live in the lap of luxury at the Sheraton!  We Continue Reading →

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