mikehillary

Of all the places we’ve visited, Thailand is the most well known and talked about. So much so, that you almost can’t help but have predetermined impressions and certain expectations. All I’ve ever heard is that Thailand is incredible, and that I would love both Bangkok and Chiang Mai- with […]

The Elephants of Chiang Mai

 in Thailand by
  Hotel Review (Kathmandu Grand Hotel): The location was great and they had a decent breakfast each morning. The room was average, and the only downside is that there was no elevator (we were located on the top floor, which made getting to our room quite the workout). Favorite restaurant: […]

Kathmandu in Review

 in Nepal by
Quick Fun Facts about Nepalese Food: • Heavily influenced by Tibetan, Indian and Chinese food • Momo (Tibetan style dumplings) are one of the most popular foods- traditionally made with buffalo and a spicy tomato soup/sauce • Food is eaten with your hands, specifically the right- the left is used […]

Eating Our Way Through Kathmandu

 in Tasting The World by
So this is a bit of a long one because we experienced so much–I’ve always had a crazy conception of Kathmandu as this mysterious and mystical place full of warriors and some kind of ancient magic…ridiculous, I know, but it’s the image that pops into my head (thanks Hollywood). As […]

Namaste from Kathmandu

 in Nepal by
Bagan Hotel review (Hotel Yadanarbon Bagan): Good food and pool area, with average sized and well kept rooms. Only complaint would be the noise of pigeons on the roof at night, which got a bit annoying as we tried to sleep. Overall, we would recommend this hotel. Favorite restaurant: Given […]

Myanmar in Review

 in Myanmar by
When we first arrived in Yangon, I was shocked by how developed and modern it looked under the city lights. Given the country just opened up to tourists for the first time after 50 years of military rule and foreign sanctions, I was expecting to see something a bit more […]

Lessons Learned in Yangon

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