Our first day in Sri Lanka was everything I could have asked for. I'm already falling in love with this beautiful country. We visited the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to start our day. I'm very thankful for our tour guide for providing background to the elephant population in Sri Lanka because he only made my appreciation of the orphanage grow. I love elephants and getting … [Read more...] about Full First Day in Sri Lanka
I didn't get wifi yesterday at the hotel and we got there so late I don't know if I could have kept my eyes long enough to type a post! To sum up our travels from Vietnam to Sri Lanka: Air Asia scares me. I am a pretty experienced flyer and sat next to Sarah, whom is an even more experienced flyer, on our first flight and we agreed that Air Asia just has a flying style we … [Read more...] about Vietnam —> Sri Lanka
Today was our free day and it truly was a defining day for Vietnam. First, we went with the hotel to tour the Mekong Delta and go on a few islands to try local fruits and teas. Despite the (almost) unbearable heat, the tour was unforgettable. The food was unique and delicious and our modes of transportation (boat, kayak, carriage) were all beautiful. The kayak ride was so … [Read more...] about Last day in Vietnam
Yeserday we visited Dobla and went to the beach. I was suprised by how modern the architecture and general feel of Dobla was. I had a lot of fun attempting, and failing, to make chocolate trees and just learning what running a business was like across the world. I'm happy with our decision to go here over Nike. And then the beach. Ahhhh it was so nice to relax! My body is … [Read more...] about 5/24/17
Well it is currently 4 a.m. but I randomly woke up and checked the wifi and finally my phone connected again so what better time to write about my first two days? Upon arrival I was shocked by the bustle of the city. No amount of research can really prepare you for being in such a lively city. The scooters are unreal. How they drive without fear and proudly own the road, … [Read more...] about First Two Days