Kim and TD + an unexpected lay off + 15 28 months + wanderlust + gratuitous cursing = a dream fulfilled
Posted in India on Jun 27th, 2009
Hello loyal readers – you may be wondering about the lack of entries as of late. You see, I (TD) am a clumsy, forgetful and lazy individual. This trifecta of qualities has resulted in situation where keeping you up-to-date has been very difficult. Allow me to explain…
Posted in India, Travel Tips on Jun 16th, 2009
Don’t expect a correct response to your question – In Indian culture, it is considered rude or embarrassing to not know the answer when asked. For example, if you ask someone where the train station is, they’ll say just down the road and to the left. This might be completely wrong but to save face [...]
Posted in Morocco on May 6th, 2009
We’ve spent the last six days in the final two imperial cities of Morocco, Meknes and Fes. Unfortunately and despite hours of looking for a petit turnovice (little screwdriver) and many more hours tinkering over tiny components, our camera is officially dead As a result may I direct you here and here to check [...]
Posted in Morocco on Apr 30th, 2009
Crammed into the flying shitshow that is EasyJet, we talked to a group of rowdy British holidaymakers heading to Marrakech. “Oh, don’t worry. It’s very relaxing there,” they assured us. Fortunately, it was anything but. After arguing with the airport taxi driver over the fare, we finally negotiated a price – only 150 dirhams (should’ve [...]
Posted in pre-trip planning on Mar 20th, 2009
Today marks the 1 month countdown to our trip ’round the world. To say we’re excited would be a gross understatement. Thanks to thorough preparation, we’re nearing the final stages. In the past few months, we already have: All our immunizations and prescriptions New passports and extra photos Filed taxes and gotten our returns Booked [...]
