We've just met 24 hours ago, but it feels like decades. This group of people from all corners of the globe have become my immediate friends. We sit around sharing stories from our travels. And despite not knowing each other's last names, birthdays, or childhood pets, we connect with our shared … [Read more...] about Vignettes of Travel Friendships
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How to Have a Girls Weekend at Universal Orlando Resort
In case you didn't know, theme parks aren't just for kids anymore. Universal Orlando Resort is the perfect spot for a girls weekend, especially if your friends are geeks like mine. Between the rides, the food and drinks, and the hotels, you and your squad are sure to have a blast, whether it's for a … [Read more...] about How to Have a Girls Weekend at Universal Orlando Resort
How to Spend a Girls Weekend in Dahlonega
This birthday wasn't a big one, just one closer to Dirty Thirty, but it was a great one for me. For eight of the last ten years, I've spent my birthday working long hours at a trade show. No matter what day it fell on, I already knew what I'd be doing for the full week before or after. It may … [Read more...] about How to Spend a Girls Weekend in Dahlonega
How to Have a Girls’ Night Out in Bangkok
Whether you love or hate Bangkok, you have to admit that there are all sorts of things to keep you entertained. If you've seen The Hangover 2, you know that this can often be a dangerous quality to the city, where "ladyboys" and cheap drinks are plentiful and streets like Soi Cowboy and Khaosan Road … [Read more...] about How to Have a Girls’ Night Out in Bangkok
On Being Part of the Tribe
You probably won't see members of my tribe in native dress. They might not look all that different from you. You might not be able to notice that they're part of a tribe at all, but I can almost immediately see it in their eyes. I'm part of a tribe of travelers. We are different than other … [Read more...] about On Being Part of the Tribe