by Sarah Gallo | Aug 20, 2019 | Asia, Japan
Japan is one of my favorite countries in the world, and for good reason! In over 100 countries that I’ve visited, I have found that Japan has the most fascinating juxtaposition between the new and the old, the modern and the traditional. You could be in the middle of...
by Sarah Gallo | Jan 24, 2019 | Asia, Bhutan
After 3 incredible days in Bhutan, I awoke with great anticipation, for the day to climb to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery had finally arrived. My excitement was tempered, however, by a glance out the window. All week we had beautiful sunny weather. This day dawned...
by Sarah Gallo | Jan 20, 2019 | Asia, Bhutan
By now you've probably learned how best to access Bhutan, and what our first two days were like in this off-the-beaten-path destination. On our third day, it was time to depart the Thimpu Valley for the Punakha/Wangdi Valley, site of Bhutan's most significant fort....
by Sarah Gallo | Jan 11, 2019 | Asia, Bhutan
After a long travel day to Bhutan, a good night's sleep, and a hearty breakfast we drove into the hills to Buddha Point. If you missed my recap on how to get to Bhutan and what to know before leaving, you can check it out here. Buddha Point. Perched at a mere 2235...
by Sarah Gallo | Jan 9, 2019 | Asia, Bhutan
When I first saw a photo of the Tiger's Nest Monastery in the Royal Kingdom of Bhutan, I knew it was something I couldn't miss and had to move to the top of my bucket list. Before Leaving for Bhutan… Before leaving, know that there are some restrictions to enter...
by Sarah Gallo | Dec 30, 2018 | Asia, India
It’s hard to believe that Delhi has been continuously inhabited since the 6th Century; the remains of eight major cities have been uncovered in Delhi. Over the course of its history, Delhi has served as the capital of various kingdoms and empires…and is still...