We attended our first couch surfing meetup in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Since we have never attended this type of gathering before, we did not know what to expect.
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Describes posts related specifically to transportation of some sort, including, but not limited to, miles and points, airlines, trains, boats, et al.
Jump Shot Indonesia
We took this jump shot while visiting the Borobudur temple complex in Central Java, Indonesia.
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This is Crap
“Building your character” was my parents catch-all phrase for everything. Growing up, I hated practicing the piano, sharing a room, fixing fence, and picking ditches at our farm. This list could go on and on (I know, my life was so hard).
Travel Luster Dimmed
WARNING: This article makes no attempt to leave out graphic details. It is not for the faint of heart.
I do not think it fair to write only about the amazing experiences and fun times. As much as it pains me to do this, I must even the scale and tell my sad, sorry tale of my experience with montezuma’s revenge, the traveler’s trot, the Toltec two-step, Delhi belly, the runs, traveler’s tummy or the commonly accepted TD (for traveler’s diarrhea), while recovering helplessly and pathetically.
Hostel Fail in Singapore
Upon arrival in Singapore via a somewhat uncomfortable overnight train, we had no plans, destinations, or accommodations lined up. This is a somewhat typical scenario, but usually we know a bit more than we did this time.
Jump Shot Singapore
This country’s jump shot was taken in front of the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.
We received a few funny looks on this one – especially since it was in a rather crowded area, but oh well.
Don’t Tell Me What To Do
Traveling provides ample opportunities for personalities to truly shine.
I am the middle child of five, growing up on a small farm in North Dakota, where it was survival of the fittest.
Staying with Strangers
On our last night in Koh Lipe, Thailand, we bought ferry tickets to Malaysia, leaving early the next morning. We were sorting out the details at the tour agency, when a family stopped in to purchase tickets as well.