In early 2009, the Cambodian railway system was in shambles. A French company was brought in to repair the network … More
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The Kitemen of Kerobokan
Along with fishing, climbing trees, playing on scooters, and turning leaves into whirligigs, kite-flying is a pastime of Balinese boys. … More
A Four-Legged Frenzy
After 2 travelicious months in Europe, I returned to Bali, plunging headfirst into a voluntary dog-ful universe. These are not … More
Vilnius to Valbonne
It’s unlikely that Lithuania appears on the radar for a family reunion. Indeed, it’s not a country that usually falls … More
Adulation of O
If you were asked to choose someone to advocate on your behalf, for just about any cause or argument that … More
The Big Flop
I was feeling all wound up. In extremis, you could say. I wasn’t sleeping long – or well. My eyes … More
Riding the (Street) Rat
My recent move from the bustling city of Ubud to the very beachy town of Sanur came as a surprise … More
A Call to Curb Thankshopping
‘Tis the (turkey) season. Which, aside from the feasting, means one thing: After months of hibernation, concocting advertising strategies, and … More
Souvenirs of Sanur
It was time for a break. After weeks of wondering about Mount Agung’s “imminent eruption” and navigating through the crowds … More
Springtime in Adelaide (or a Break from Bali)
You know you’ve been living in Bali too long when a sight such as this leaves you breathless (and envious); … More