Traveling the world, the endless hours between places with names like Kathmandu and Kasar Devi can be taken in stride, and enjoyed. And on these roads, there is talk of the short trips back home, that will no longer just be tolerated – the hour between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv will fly by in an instant.
Posts under ‘Travel’
The Best Food on the Street
There is an article in today’s travel section of the New York Times about street food in India. More specifically, the article deals with the migration of “street food” from the street to more restaurant-like establishments. I have not (yet) been lucky enough to see Mumbai, and although the piece is mostly about that city, [...]
You Call That a Road? Part 3
Part 1, and part 2.
I realized I forgot to mention something to complete the description of the Lao bus riding experience. Lao music. When you’re in the moment, trying to experience a new culture, then almost any music is fine. However, on a very long bus ride, it is an entirely different story. Bus drivers [...]
You Call That a Road? Part 2
Part 1 here.
Last I wrote I was having dinner, of sorts, at a random rest-stop in the middle of rural southeast Asia. It was started to rain, which tends to happen during the monsoon season, but I started to worry. Like I said, the Lao drivers aren’t exactly-confidence inspiring in the best of conditions, let [...]
You Call That a Road? Part 1
As some of you may know, I spent some time over the past year in various places around Asia. One of the things I realized was how much we, in the developed world, take the quality of our roads for granted. I’ve spent entire days and entire nights on buses, and on other vehicles the [...]
Israelis and Drugs and India, Oh My
A 22-year old Israeli, like many others his age, traveled throughout India and had a great time. During his trip he encountered the wonder that is Himalayan-grown hash, and probably enjoyed it a great deal. He decided he didn’t want the fun to end and that he could probably also make a quick buck by introducing Israelis who have not been to India to that same wonder.
Sticking it to the TSA
The TSA is supposedly keeping America and its airports safe since 9/11. I don’t feel particularly safe in American airports. Whether or not they are doing a good job, there is a better way to secure the airports. Anyone who has visited Israel knows that you don’t need to take your shoes off, put your [...]
The Ugly Israeli – Disappearing?
The average Israeli is far from perfect. The average Israeli tourist is even further away from perfect.
For years, Israelis traveling the world have not exactly given Israeli a good name. There are stories of theft from hotel rooms in Turkey – bathrobes and even the odd sink. There are stories of Israelis in third world [...]
