Monthly Archives: August 2010

Be Prepared to Expect the Worst

Posted on August 30, 2010 by LaurenShack

Beautiful junk boats with their white sails open cruising the turquoise water is how most people picture Halong Bay, Vietnam. However, after talking with fellow travelers who have visited, they have a very different and negative idea. This stems from … Continue reading →

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Too Much Shopping, Too Much Rain

Posted on August 27, 2010 by LaurenShack

Yes this traveling stuff can be a bit tiring, which is why we must take time out and relax. During the short stop over in Na Trang, it was imperative I slow down a bit and take in the scenery. … Continue reading →

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I’m Joining Hell’s Angels

Posted on August 24, 2010 by LaurenShack

It has been a dream of mine to ride a motorcycle for sometime now. Granted I do not have any idea how but that is beside the point. Well I’m pleased to announce that you better stay off the streets, … Continue reading →

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It’s Tourist Time in Vietnam

Posted on August 22, 2010 by LaurenShack

Most places in the world let anyone with a US passport pick up their visa at the border, but not Vietnam. They require everyone to pick it up in advance, which meant I was forced to spent a couple of … Continue reading →

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1000 Steps & A Bamboo Train

Posted on August 14, 2010 by LaurenShack

Humidity oh how I hate humidity! If you think the south of the states is bad you ain’t seen nothing yet. I can be just standing in Cambodia and feel like I just stepped out of the shower. Did I … Continue reading →

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The Next Top Chef is …. Me!

Posted on August 10, 2010 by LaurenShack

Ever seen Top Chef? You better start watching if you haven’t because I’m pretty sure they are going to be calling and begging me to come on the show. Especially after they get a taste of my egg rolls. So … Continue reading →

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Sleeping In, Scams, & Siam Reap

Posted on August 7, 2010 by LaurenShack

Ok who can raise their hand and tell me what gets me in trouble most of the time? Yes you in the front…..that’s right. Sleeping in. So it is only natural my first night in Bangkok I over sleep, but … Continue reading →

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Off I Go

Posted on August 3, 2010 by LaurenShack

After spending a great day with my family and friends and eating as much Mexican food as I could hold, I grabbed my pack and headed to the airport for my around the world journey. My first flight lasted only … Continue reading →

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