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When the Gods descend in Puri, India

Written on July 14, 2010

Once a year in the holy town of Puri on the east coast of India, the Gods enter the fray of the common man to mingle with the mob. Attracting thousands of pilgrims, the annual Rath Yatra (or Chariot Festival) is an orchestrated riot of colour, spectacle and sweat.

Exploring Miami’s Little Buenos Aires

Written on July 9, 2010

I was in Miami on Sunday when Argentina played Mexico. I was told there was only one place for me to go: Normandy Isle, a northern part of Miami Beach known as Little Buenos Aires.

What’s wrong with an English breakfast abroad?

Written on May 24, 2010

This week someone told me about a B&B in Buenos Aires called Abode that prides itself on its ‘full English’ breakfast.

Why Couchsurfing is great for language learners

Written on May 13, 2010

I’m sure I’ve said this before, but I really can’t emphasis this point enough: Couchsurfing.com is fantastic for language learners.

Photos around the world appreciating Mother Earth

Written on May 5, 2010

Three places in three different spots around the world contributing to Earth Day activities

Why Backpacking Is Great (And Other Myths)

Written on April 15, 2010

I wrote this horribly opinionated, elitist, provocational polemic last year, and have been wondering what to do with it ever since. There may be nuggets of truth in there somewhere, but please don’t take it too seriously!