I was going to pass on Machu Picchu but the peer pressure was too great. It was an expensive notch: $75 train ride to the town nearest Machu Picchu $12…
Peru Bus Comfort
I hopped on a local bus back to Cusco after a visit to the Incan ruins of Pisac. The bus was packed so I had to stand in the aisle,…
I Got the Giardia
I have parasites attached to the wall of my small intestine, sucking away my nutrients and causing unspeakable bathroom adventures. I saw a doctor and she prescribed me something to…
The Boob Of Baños
I’ve been getting requests for pictures of girls, so I did you one better and got you some partial nudity of a full-figured woman. I took this one day before…
Ecuador Means Equator In Spanish
Joe T, prolific commenter and traveler, is starting his own travel site called Volette. Right now the blog is up, of which you will find my first contribution about Quito:…
The Two Prostitutes Of Tena
Tena is the whitewater capital of Ecuador. Before I bent over some Class IV rapids on the Jondachi River with my monstrous rowing stroke, I studied the townspeople by watching…
Is It Safe?
Side view, no joke: Most of the ride was on pavement, but I could have done without the one hour long skidding on mud at the edge of a cliff…
I Got Robbed
On my third day. August 10 is Quito’s Independence Day, but the celebration started the night before. I was observing a staged reenactment in Plaza Grande until I got bored…
Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day In Quito
Many will leave disappointed. Alternate caption: Picture I took five minutes before I got robbed.
Alan Watts
This is the best Youtube video I’ve seen all year. The South Park guys animated a recording of Alan Watts. There are five others.
More Books
Here are a few books I’ve read since writing Top 10 Most Important Books. My favorites come first. A Death In Brazil Part travel book and part history book, A…
How To Teach Yourself Spanish
I’ve been studying Spanish on and off since December 2005 and often get asked what materials I use. While I’m far from being an expert in Spanish, I think I’m…
Basic Travel Tips & Links
I’ve received a few emails from people my age asking for some travel advice. I’m posting this one because it has some helpful links for everyone. To plan trips I…
American Stereotypes Are So Hurtful
A German David Hasselhoff lover recently wrote 10 Common German Prejudices About The USA. I am deeply offended as an American and would like to take some time to clear…
I Would Make An Excellent Father
My 3-year-old brother thinks he’s slick. Every time he comes into my room he brings a toy but doesn’t take it out when he leaves. My room now has Spongebob…
