Notes from the Field

From the fall of Phnom Penh to S-21 and the Killing Fields: understanding Pol Pot's "Year Zero" and the tragic reality of Cambodia's recent history.

An honest review of a two-night tour of the Mekong Delta and Cai Rang floating market. With fried minnows and plenty of boat rides, here is what it's really like.

Flashback to Peru to visit the alternative to the more famous Vinicunca tour in Cusco.

Monkeys, crocodiles, and a little bit of history of the Vietnam War on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City

A surprisingly dark tourist attraction

I had 6 pretty interesting dishes at this Hanoi beer garden

How to take a day trip to Duong Lam and what to expect.

My first thoughts on Hanoi and a list of the food I've had so far.

My first blog entry for the start of another leg of my journey.