In life it's important to think about consequences and plan for the future. But it's also important to damn the consequences and live for the now. Make mistakes, get on the wrong train, go somewhere your mom would rather you didn't and experience life without boundaries. And when I suggest living a little reckless I truly do mean little, don't put yourself in unnecessary … [Read more...]
Pocket Travelers Adventures in Europe
Last summer, after studying abroad in Bristol, UK, I went travelling for two months through France, Italy and Greece with my friend Chloe. Chloe flew in to England at the beginning of the summer and we met in Bristol before we began our travels. With her she brought an envelope from our friend Theresa which was marked not to be opened until we were together in England. Inside, … [Read more...]
Italy 4 – From Sorrento To Capri
Being an Italy lover, I have to admit I have never heard of either of these names before. We left, as most tour groups do, in the early morning. Sitting inside the air-conditioned tour bus, the sunshine outside the window almost blinded my eyes. Our group guide played some Italian music, and the spirit was high. For those of you that do not know, Sorrento is a small town … [Read more...]
Italy 3 – A History Lesson in Pompeii
I’ve always been bad with numbers. Don’t get me wrong – my math ability has not yet failed my Asian stereotype. But there’s something about numbers that does not stick in my memory. As a result, history has never been my thing. As much as I would like to quote dates and statistics as if they’ve been printed with invisible ink on the back of my hand, I couldn’t even tell you … [Read more...]
Italy 2 – Saying Hello To Rome
It happens. I’m sure of it – things like this happen. You never really know when or how or why it happens, but it does. Everyone must have experienced it at least some time in their lives, and it just so happens I experience it a bit more often than others. Not a big deal, really. At least that was what kept me from panicking when I found myself alone, on a train slowly, but … [Read more...]
