We finished all the books (and then some) on our original Kindle list. Here are our book reviews a la Barstool pizza style. But before you go, we need your help!!! Please comment with book recommendations below. Fiction, non-fiction, old, new, historical, fantasy, whatever! Our Book Reviews
After two weeks in Nepal and Bhutan, we needed a change of pace, so we headed back to India for some R&R. This time, we settled on the tropical paradise of Kerala. The South Indian state greeted us with its lush palm trees, sandy beaches, and serene backwaters. The journey to get there included a …
Hello from Kilimanjaro! We’re currently summiting the tallest peak in Africa right now, but here’s the 5 best things we ate in Scandinavia:
Beyond Tiger’s Nest, we knew almost nothing about Bhutan before going. In fact, we’d never talked to anyone who’d been. Therein laid the appeal of the country mysteriously called “The Last Shangri-La.” Fully intrigued, we added the tiny Himalayan country to our RTW list. Getting There Bhutan’s intentionally difficult visa process discourages tourism, requiring …
Our take on the ever popular The Hype Paro Taktsang (also known as the Tiger’s Nest) is the most popular site in all of Bhutan. Most itineraries to Bhutan save the best for last and end with a 4 to 5 hour hike to Tiger’s Nest. As legend has it, Guru Padmasambhava flew to …
Your next long weekend trip It’s a wonder that Americans all too often overlook Emilia Romagna for its neighboring regions, Liguria and Tuscany. Simply put, Emilia Romagna is the food capital of Italy. Settled between the Apennines in the south and the Po River in the north, the “breadbasket of Italy” produces some of Italy’s most …
Without a doubt, Nepal is home to the best trekking in the world. This small, landlocked country the size of Illinois contains 8 of the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest. Pre-trip, Ben gave me the option of either Kilimanjaro or Everest Base Camp, but not both. I’ve been dreaming about climbing Kilimanjaro for almost …
The quality of a guide can make or break a trip. For our 7 months, we’ve only booked a guide in three places (Northern India, Nepal, and Bhutan). We came to India with limited knowledge of the place and really wanted to dive into its history, traditions, and culture. Hiring India Personal Tours was the …
Happy early Thanksgiving! To help you with your holiday shopping, we put together a gift guide for your favorite travel-loving friends and family (or you!). Thanks for the idea, Ev! My Good Gift Recipe: Practical Looks good Wouldn’t normally buy for oneself TRAVEL // CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES Smartwool Socks ($12 on sale) My Asian …
We continued our tour through Rajasthan with a stopover in Jodhpur, the Blue City. After the long drive from Jaipur, RAAS was a sight for sore (and hungover) eyes. The perfect blend between modern and traditional architecture, the boutique hotel sits within the Walled City with the awe-inspiring Mehrangarh Fort as its backdrop. We got a …