I was extremely fortunate to arrive in Brasov, Romania just as they began celebrating their annual Romanian Oktoberfest. I was able to interview Germans from Munich as well as locals who were involved with the event about how Oktoberfest came to Brasov.
Beaches, Warmth and Sun! After spending a week in Chachapoyas with rain day and night, I was ready for a change. Huanchaco was exactly the antidote to cold, rainy days; each day was a sunny and warm 75 degrees with mild nights in the mid-60s. I was in heaven and[…]
After spending some time here in Berlin, I’m wondering why Americans don’t walk or ride bikes more. Why are we so addicted to our cars? I’ve been without a car now for two months and I’m really enjoying it. Everyday I load up a small computer backpack and walk to[…]