Stung By Sea Urchins
What happens when you swim up against a wall of sea urchins? Pain. Lots and lots of pain. And also some embarrassment.
Torre DeRoche is the author of two travel memoirs, Love with a Chance of Drowning (2013) and The Worrier’s Guide to the End of the World (due out September 2017). She has written for The Atlantic, The Guardian Travel, The Sydney Morning Herald, Emirates, and two Lonely Planet anthologies.
Why Take The Road Less Traveled?
Some say those who journey into dangerous places are ‘stupid’ and I won’t argue with that description. ‘Nuts’ is another popular adjective, and ‘crazy douche bag’ packs a nice punch, don’t you think? I admit that I’m all of those things. But I’m also a big coward.
Foods Of The World (Travel Photo Roulette #26)
As the winner of Travel Photo Roulette, it’s my turn to host this week’s competition! Submit your food photo to Travel Photo Roulette. Food is a big part of traveling—street vendors, wafting smells, foreign flavors. Do you have a favorite photo to submit?
Um … What Is That Thing Doing In My Pants?
Warning: despite the innocent nature of this post, images below may be unsuitable for minors, prudes and office workers …
A Love Affair With Bike Riding
I’m in love with my bike. When the sun goes down and the street lights come on and everyone scurries off into their homes, I want to keep charging into the darkness just to feel the burn of cold air on my cheeks …
Five Things I Regret From My Travels
You often hear people say they have no regrets. Je Ne Regrette Rien. I don’t buy it. I suspect it’s something people say to avoid confronting the pain of regret. Not me. I have lots of regrets …
Tips For Travelers Setting Off On A Big Adventure
Be an explorer of the world. The best discoveries are made by acting on impulse and following your intuition. Too much planning will often lead you to disappointment, unfulfilled hopes, and large crowds of tourists armed with the same guidebook …
Flying The Nest
Freedom is the oxygen of the soul. – Moshe Dayan. >> When I was 24, I packed two suitcases, boarded a plane, and flew over the Pacific Ocean alone. Craving fresh air from a stagnant relationship, I wanted to find independence in a city that didn’t know me …
Erections On Everest
Mountain sickness is a frightening monster that creeps in the shadows of adventurers, but there’s an unexpected pill you can take to prevent it, which may require you to pack one of these …
Thailand’s food: a photo essay to lubricate your saliva glands.
Every time I go to Thailand, I curse my human body for having only one small stomach. If I were a cow, I’d have four chambers of generous real estate to house the delicious culinary delights of Thailand, but, alas, I am not a cow, so I have to ingest just one meal at a […]
