This is a random note I came across in my phone this morning while searching for something else. Too long for a Facebook post (IMO), and not quite long enough for a featured blog post, I figured I'd make it a mini confession: Everyone bracing themselves, drinks sloshing, cutlery and other tray items flying, unanimous "Ohhh's" and "Whoa's" with every violent bump, and a whole lot of prayers, on my part. I just knew the face masks would drop at any minute and today would be the day that I met my Maker. I've never experienced...
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Living in the rice paddies of rural South Korea, where my only distractions are social media and Marvel movie marathons (on the weekends), I’ve had a lot of time for self-reflection and introspection, to say the least. Pondering the last decade, or so, of my life has been prevalent more than ever lately. Undoubtedly, because I am on the precipice of turning another year older in just a couple of days. Another year older, another year wiser, right? So, what advice would my wiser, more mature self, give to my younger, inept self? Here goes… Carpe the...
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Gone are the days of post cards and snail mail to stay connected while traveling. Enter the days where smartphones and mobile devices are now like appendages, and everything is Insta this, Snap that, and hashtags. For some, this is their sole reason for wanting/needing to be connected while traveling (because if you don't post about it, it obviously didn't happen, right?! *inserts sarcasm*); for others it may be work, or to simply keep in contact with family and friends. For me, it's a combination of all 3, and more importantly, it gives me access to...
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Moms, Dads, and Grads season is upon us. Still don't know what to get the traveler in your family? No worries, you can save the I Heart MOM mugs, paisley ties, and gift cards. Here's some travel gift ideas that your travel lover will be sure to love. ...
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One thing about Southeast Asia (SEA), it is incredibly affordable, making it a top destination for backpackers and budget travelers. I have done quite a bit of solo travel, but my jaunt around SEA was the first where I visited multiple cities and countries in a relatively short amount of time. 4 weeks. This is all the time I had to venture across 4 countries. For some people, a definitive plan is a must. They book every flight, bus, hotel, and excursion well in advance. Me, on the other hand, I break out in hives at the thought...
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Typically, getting a visa to enter another country requires you to take a trip to your local embassy. However, Vietnam has made the process a lot simpler and convenient for travelers on the road, such as myself, by offering a Visa on Arrival (VOA). Though the process is quite easy, it is important to note that the visa must be applied for BEFORE you get to Vietnam. Here are 5 Easy Steps on How to Get a Vietnam Visa on Arrival: ***Note: this particular process is ONLY for those arriving at airports in Hanoi, Saigon/Ho Chi...
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Ho Chi Minh City (HCM), also known as Saigon, is a whirlwind of a city, and a vibrant mix of old and new. You can easily be engulfed by the city’s modern skyscrapers, and walk a few blocks over and be taken aback by its awe-inspiring, well-preserved, colonial buildings. Despite it’s gripping past of being at the heart of the Vietnam War (known as the American War in Vietnam), it is evident just how resilient this city is and its will to overcome even the worst adversities. Forty years, post war, and HCM has become...
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No matter how many exotic countries I visit; delectable, international, dishes I devour; or incredible people I meet along the way, there is no place like home. For me, home is none other than the sweet Peach State of Georgia. The place where everybody is referred to as honey, sugar, sweetheart, and baby; where southern charmers will leave you feeling like you’ve just made a new BFF in the span of a 20 second elevator ride; and where iced tea is unmitigated blasphemy. It’s sweet diabetic coma inducing tea, or nothing at all (this is not up...
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World of a Wanderer has been nominated for a Liebster Award. An AWARD! Little ol’ me with my little ol’, one-month old, blog has been nominated *cues the dramatics*. *Ahem* So, first I’d like to give honor to God, who is the head of all our lives…” Ok ok, I’ll spare you from the long, drawn out, sappy speech…even though, technically, I haven’t won anything, but whatevs this is my moment. Can I bask a bit? Thanks :) A huge thanks to Janni over at Travel Without Ends for the nomination! #onecampertwocatsnodestination sums up this fun and free-spirited blog. But, truthfully,...
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As a novice blogger, I’ve quickly learned that writing from the road isn’t as easy as it seems, ESPECIALLY when you have a month jam-packed with non-stop travel and adventures. I’ve also learned that if ever Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs should be revamped, modified, made anew, it should be NOW! I mean, right now…at this very moment, and the first level of need should be Wi-fi this is not up for debate. For about a week and a half it was a pain in the arse luxury to be able to even check my email, let alone upload large-file...
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