Now that we've been back in the US for a day or two, even though it feels like yesterday I was in Vietnam, I wanted to make a post-trip blog. Looking back, I have realized that the number one thing I have taken away from taking a chance going to Southeast Asia is that no amount of preparation can actually prepare you. This is so important. Do your research, of course. But … [Read more...] about Last Post
Our first day in the Maldives, specifically Fulidhoo, did not dissapoint. After breakfast we got in some much needed R&R time. I have missed the beach dearly. In the evening we played sand volleyball with the locals and I actually had a blast! We mixed up the teams and all the locals were forgiving for the non-volleyball players of the group (me). By dinner time we were … [Read more...] about First day in Maldives
I was so very sad to say goodbye to Sri Lanka. I loved the tour company we went through and the tour guides we were assigned. They made it very hard to leave. However, the plane ride from Sri Lanka to Maldives was fantastic! They fed us even though the flight was only an hour. The flight was smooth for the most part; I felt safe. The plane was full of honeymooners and people … [Read more...] about Sri Lanka —-> Maldives
Since I had first looked up Sri Lanka, I have read about the Rock Fortress; today, we finally got to not only see it in peron, but climb it as well. The climb was well worth it. I wish pictures could truly do a justice. It was fascinating to be in the same spot that a king chose to rule his kingdom, even down to seeing his throne. Sigiriya 100% lived up to my expectations … [Read more...] about Sigiriya
I SAW A WILD ELEPHANT TODAY! That has to be the highlight of the day. I have been searching endlessly every time we drove somewhere and finally we saw one (two actually)! Aside from that, I continue to be intrigued by Buddhism. I woud visit every temple here in Sri Lanka if I had the chance. Today we went to the Dambulla Buddhist temple and I thought it was just as beautiful. … [Read more...] about 5/28/17