We are a family that travels light – the only times we bring full-size suitcases is when we are moving internationally. The rest of the time, it’s carry-on only: a couple of small rolling suitcases and a couple of backpacks. Unsurprisingly, I have perfected both my packing skills and the contents of the toiletries/make-up bag over the years. Here...
Our last installment in the Life in China series was about cost of living here in Shenzhen, China. This week, we are writing about our favorite truly authentic Chinese foods. China is renowned for its cuisine, of which it has eight main sorts. Each one is available in Shenzhen, since the city is an agglomeration of people from all...
Mekong Delta tour is a fantastic way to escape the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and explore the slower life on the river....
The Best Guy Delisle Books If you’re like me (Shon, by the way), you love a good book. I am always interested in reading about others’ travel experiences, particularly if those travelogues coincide with my own travels. As a kid, I loved comic books, and when I heard about a graphic novelist who writes and illustrates serious travelogues, my...
Breakfast with Orangutans Breakfast with orangutans? You’ve got to be kidding, right? Nope. Singapore Zoo offers this rather amazing opportunity most mornings. The breakfast is also awesome. What am I going on about? When Our Traveling Zoo went to Singapore a few days ago we stuck to a strict budget and toured this very expensive city on the cheap....