Recent Blog Posts

February 2010

Video: Iran Trip 2009

by Dave on February 27, 2010 · 2 comments

_ Editor’s Note: This video makes me want to visit Iran. What about you?

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Aside from river tubing in Vang Vieng, I didn’t know what Laos would hold for me.  Crossing over from Cambodia, I quickly found myself on Don Det, one of the better “developed” islands situated in the midst of the Mekong River in southern Laos.  Life was slow, very slow.  Sip a beer, talk with other [...]

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I opted for a mountain biking excursion, which included my first elephant ride.

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I’m not usually one to broadcast my religion as I travel, but around Christmas time, as people continuously asked me how I celebrate the holiday, I began to tell them I was Jewish. To date, every single person to whom I have told I am Jewish has responded with the same thing: ” You’re so [...]

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I enjoyed meeting people at the event more than the actual discussion.

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If I ever decide to buy some art, I know where to go, but I think I’ll keep my soul to myself.

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The Smell of Genocide

by Dave on February 23, 2010 · 8 comments

Does my nose dare imagine a head of blonde disappearing to black ash?

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On February 8th, Go Backpacking teamed up with Hostel Dog to give away a few free t-shirts. I’m happy to share the winners of the contest are: Michaela of Briefcase to Backpack and Wes of Johnny Vagabond Congratulations to both of you, and we hope you enjoy your new shirts!

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