On Face Masks and Hand Sanitizers: Travel Hygiene Amid the Coronavirus Scare
I booked the flights and accommodations for the Chiang Mai trip long before I heard about coronavirus. But by the time …
Pre-trip Checklist
Donburi: Japanese Rice Bowl Dishes
As part of my pre-trip research, I'm reading up on donburi — Japanese rice bowl dishes with a dizzying array of …
Taiwan, the Second Time Around
It's Speedy's birthday next month and I'm giving him an early birthday gift — a trip to Taiwan.
Taipei cityscape | …
Booking Accommodations Online: the Importance of Using Filters and “Free Cancellation” Option
My older daughter, Sam, is a photographer. When she announced that a shoot scheduled for April was cancelled, I wasted …
Saigon Pre-trip Prep: The Bad News
In a short while, I leave for Saigon (officially, Ho Chi Minh City) with my younger daughter, Alex. I've done my …