Are guidebooks really worth anything?
I’m sure you’ve seen them. The people walking around with a guidebook in their hand, referring to a map to find the next landmark they seek, or perhaps that perfect place for coffee that was recommended. Guidebooks such as Lonely Planet, Rough Guide, Moon, and many others fill up endless shelves at bookstores. In speaking with fellow travelers it isn’t uncommon to hear “Oh XYZ [book] recommended that...
Monday photo
I saw this abandoned hotel while we were en route to Barrio Chino, Havana, Cuba. It was one of those moments when you see something and think Wow! That would make a great picture! It’s one of my favorite shots.
More Travel Tips
In my last post I shared some travel tips on finding cheaper travel,getting discounts, etc. Now I want to delve a little deeper and cover some of the things people don’t always think about or issues they don’t always know how to resolve. And just so you know, I’m not receiving any type of renumeration for these recommendations. They’re just things I’ve found to be helpful, and I wanted to pass them...
Monday photo
This was taken during our time at the Basilica del Voto Nacional in Quito, Ecuador. I saw the shadows and thought this just might make a good picture. What do you think?
If You Had Told Me. . .
Today, 4 May, is a BIG day for us. It is our 1st anniversary as world travelers/nomads! I can’t believe it’s already been a year. For the last few weeks I’ve been thinking how I would celebrate this on our blog. Do I do a “things I’ve learned” post? A year in review? I’m not sure others would enjoy reading all that. The thing that kept to coming to mind, though, is this: About 1½ years...
