Following the Footsteps of Genghis Khan – Mongolia Day 6: Visiting the ancient capital, Karakorum, trekking in the semi-gobi desert and a smelly camel ride! Sleeping in a ger was not as comfortable as I had originally hoped. As the structure is simply set up on the ground there is no seal to the outside … Continue reading Karakorum Day Trip and a Camel Ride
Following the Footsteps of Genghis Khan – Mongolia Day 5: Start of a three day tour to the Semi-Gobi desert, with a stop at the Naadam Horse Race Event. Experiencing a Mongolian’s life in a ger and taking a horse ride to round up cattle! Up around 7 a.m. we quickly got ready and met … Continue reading Ger Life of a Mongolian Nomad
Following the Footsteps of Genghis Khan – Mongolia Day 4: Experiencing the Naadam Festival first hand and seeing the Opening Ceremony, Wrestling, Archery, and Shagai. Also stopping by the National Museum and ending the day with clubbing and fireworks in Sukhbaatar Square. Naadam Festival Today we were going to witness the famed Naadam Festival, listed … Continue reading Naadam Festival: An Authentic Mongolian Experience
Following the Footsteps of Genghis Khan – Mongolia Day 3: Attending Mongolia’s President, Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj’s inauguration then touring the Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue and Gorkhi-Terelj National Park. Up around 9 a.m. we quickly ate some breakfast provided by the hostel consisting of buttered toast with jam and coffee or tea. The hot water pipe was … Continue reading Genghis Everywhere! The President’s Inauguration, Gorkhi-Terelj National Park and the Genghis Khan Statue
Following the Footsteps of Genghis Khan – Mongolia Day 2: Arriving in Ulan Bator by the Trans-Siberian train from Beijing then finding a place to stay and making an impromptu trip to the black market. At 4 a.m. the sun shining directly into my eyes rudely woke me up. I turned over and try to … Continue reading A First Impression of Ulan Bator and the Black Market
Following the Footsteps of Genghis Khan – Mongolia Day 1: Taking a 30 hour train ride from Beijing to the capital of Mongolia, Ulan Bator on a section of the Trans-Siberian and stopping for immigration and customs in Erlian. Excited for our Mongolia journey, we were up and ready at 5:30 am and soon in … Continue reading 30 Hour Trans-Siberian Train from Beijing to Ulan Bator
Following the Footsteps of Genghis Khan – Mongolia Exploring the mysterious and fabled Mongolia and celebrating country 50! “I’m a flail of god, if you had not committed great sins, god would not have sent a punishment like me upon you..!” – Genghis Khan, Genghis Khan’s Rules for (Warriors) Writers In the 13th century, the … Continue reading Following the Footsteps of Genghis Khan – Mongolia
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama My experience at Manrey Group Hotel during an overnight in Panama City. Highlights Modern, trendy design and concept hotel. Excellent central location in the heart of Panama’s nightlife. Rooftop pool is a draw during the day and at night. Experience After seeing the canal, … Continue reading The Manrey Group Hotel is a Trendy Nightlife Hotspot
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama My experience at Palma Royale during our one night stay in Bocas del Toro. Highlights Luxurious and spacious rooms with ocean views. Friendly and helpful reception. Central location, right on the main Bocas town strip. Experience We made it to Palma Royale in the … Continue reading Palma Royale Introduces Luxury to Backpacker Bocas
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama Day 8: Flying from Bocas to Panama to see the Panama Canal at Miraflores. Then going downtown to visit Panama’s Casco Viejo where we saw a guy get shot, then continuing to Panama La Vieja. Ending the day at a restaurant with typical Panamanian … Continue reading Bang Bang Shootout in Panama City!