Wat Arun is my favorite temple in Bangkok. With its prominent spires pointing towards the sky, it cuts a striking figure on the horizon. The temple has existed since at least the 17th century and once held the sacred Emerald Buddha. (Head across the river to the Grand Palace if you want to see the […]
Fun Things to Do, See, and Eat in Singapore
Singapore is an incredibly unique destination. Both a city and country, this financial powerhouse sits on a tiny island off the coast of Malaysia. Futuristic skyscrapers tower over traces of a British colonial past. Singapore’s population is a multicultural smorgasbord of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Eurasian heritages. This robust ethnic diversity has influenced everything from […]
3 Days in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
I have made several trips to Phnom Penh, Cambodia over the years. Much like nearby Vientiane, it is a city best explored slowly, not rushed through en route to Angkor Wat. First-time visitors should give themselves 3 days in Phnom Penh. This itinerary will take you to all the main attractions while allowing for plenty […]
One Fine Day in Verona, Italy
Verona, Italy is perhaps best known as the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. But there are much more interesting things to do in Verona besides visit Juliet’s House. The ancient city is remarkably well preserved, with many Roman and medieval structures still standing. One day in Verona is enough to explore the major attractions […]
Top 6 Things to Do in Padua, Italy
Padua is located in the Veneto region of Northern Italy, and often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors, Venice and Verona. But don’t let that fool you into thinking that Padua isn’t worth visiting! The city is home to the world’s first botanical garden and a renowned university where Galileo and Copernicus honed their scientific […]