Don’t go to China without a VPN (unless you don’t want the outside world to find you; or see the outside world)
In China, you can’t get access to the websites most of us use on a daily basis. Things like Facebook,...
Funny pics from Turkey
When I travel, I’m always looking out for humorous English translations, odd juxtapositions of things, and funny signs. Here are...
Wishing wall and the home of Mary (Turkey)
Near Ephesus (Turkey), you can visit what is supposedly Mary’s home (based on study of an old book; many people...
Stay in a Japanese temple with Buddhist monks
If you are in Japan, one thing you can try as an unusual experience is staying in a shukubo. These...
Cost for 8 full days in Beijing and Xi'an (including airfare from Chicago, hotel, attractions) < $1500. How?
I travel a lot. Well, as much as I can afford with the time and money I have available. There...
Tirta Empul – a fresh-water spring water temple in Bali
Pura Turta Empul is a water temple in Bali with beautiful grounds. It is surrounding a fresh water spring. Tirta...
Chinese Jade Factory – a forced diversion in China
If you go on any tour while you are in China, you are nearly guaranteed to go to a Jade...
Speeding through the night (Chinese bullet train); Chinese train info
Walking around Xi’an, you can see some strange things. I saw someone pickup their dog and put it in a...
