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Colombia, not Columbia: The things we get wrong about the country
Colombia is a beautiful country with a troubled past and a stale reputation. This is what we outsiders get wrong about the country.
A Conversation with One of the Worst People on Earth
A Kiwi in a fancy dinghy rode up to me on a dock at a remote hotel in Rio Dulce, Guatemala. What ensued was one of the most insufferable conversations I’ve ever been party to. Here’s what happened.
Advice for Learning a Language Abroad from a Global Traveler
I’ve been in countless uncomfortable situations to better my language comprehension, from which I've learned a lot, and I’m sure I’ll be in many more. So I want to offer some advice from my experience learning languages abroad.
Personal Choices & Vaccinations: What We Owe to Each Other
Unfortunately, this is a group project. And if you’re not pulling your weight, the rest of the group will not like you much.
Nomadic Traveling: What to Consider When Deciding Where to Go
Here’s what I consider when deciding where to go (and what I’d recommend anyone who wants to travel internationally take into consideration).