What is the difference between partly sunny and partly cloudy? Sam here, and as you contemplate that question, I’ll tell you about my exciting adventures in Tucson, Arizona, and some of the best resorts there. I first visited Tucson about 6 years ago. I was not into what I’d call ‘strenuous’ outdoor activities back then, …
What if your dreams were real and your daily life was the dream? Sam here, with another exciting adventure from New Jersey. I spent 2 weeks in New Jersey a while back and I can tell you for a fact that the beautiful state has some of the most exciting activities. From visiting some of …
“It is not down in any map; true places never are.” – Herman Melville Heya! It’s Sam. I always find myself drawn to stories that some people would consider, ‘dark’. I call them thrilling. I mean, I could be drawn to books that talk about love, but where is the fun in that? Love is …
“Travel only with thy equals or thy betters; if there are none, travel alone.” – The Dhammapada Heya! It’s Sam. One of the most asked questions in my Instagram DMs and mail is ‘Aren’t you afraid of traveling alone? To be honest, It’s not like I woke up one day and decided, ‘I’m going to …
“Work, Travel, Save, Repeat.” – Unknown Heya! It’s Sam. I read that quote somewhere and I relate to it almost one hundred percent. I work, travel, and repeat. It’s the ‘save’ part that I’m not so sure about, otherwise, it would have been a solid one hundred. When you live a nomad life like me, …
“There’s a reason why we keep thoughts inside our heads for the most part – they’re not safe to be let out in public.” — Ruth Ware Heya! It’s Sam. I discovered Ruth Ware through the book I’m currently reading, The Woman in Cabin 10. So far so good. This book was recommended to me …
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Augustine of Hippo Heya! It’s Sam. I’d be lying if I said that I’ve enjoyed reading every book I’ve ever laid my hands and eyes on. There are books I start and put down after 1 page and some …
“Vacation calories don’t count. Right?” – Unknown Heya. It’s Sam! Adam, who is my colleague here, sent me a message after my last post where I discussed reasons why different people travel. “I travel for the food.’ He texted. “Adam, we know. Trust me, everyone who reads our posts knows. You don’t have to say …
“Travel becomes a strategy for accumulating photographs.” – Susan Sontag Heya. It’s Sam! People travel for different reasons. I travel to satisfy a yearning in me that nothing else can. The best way to describe this is using the example of an itch. You can’t ignore an itch. You can try to distract yourself but …
“Are you happy with your life?” Blake Crouch Heya. It’s Sam. What would your answer be if someone asked you this question? I’d love to hear your answers in the comment section at the end of today’s article. I found myself deeply thinking about this question after reading it in the book I’m currently on, …
“Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter.” – Izaak Walton Heya! It’s Sam. What does good company look like to you? I know for different people, good company looks like different things. For some, it’s a friend, a relative, or a lover… for me, it’s a good book and myself. Hehe Of …
“I’ve been to almost as many places as my luggage.” – Bob Hope Heya! It’s Sam. Between the beach and the mountains, I’ll always choose the mountains. It’s not that I do not enjoy beaches, it’s just that I enjoy mountains and forests more. Oceans and seas don’t feed my adventurous spirit. Well, they do …
‘Until I feared I would lose it, I never loved to read. One does not love breathing’ – Harper Lee Heya! It’s Sam. I got the opportunity to join a book club in Oklahoma. It was an amazing session that reminded me just how much I miss my local book club. The invitation came from …
‘No idiot-proofing can overcome a determined idiot’ – Andy Weir Heya! It’s Sam. From today’s quote, you can tell that I’m still reading The Martian. The only thing that has changed is that I’m currently in Maui. Maui is one of the most beautiful places I’ve visited in a long time. I’m really loving every …
‘I started the day with some nothin’ tea. Nothin’ tea is easy to make. First, get some hot water, then add nothin’ – Andy Weir Heya! It’s Sam. The above is one of my favorite quotes by Andy Weir. I can see you rolling your eyes at me wondering, ‘Just how shallow is this guy?’ …
‘Make your mistakes, take your chances, look silly, but keep on going.’ – Thomas Wolfe Heya! It’s Sam. If you’re a writer or an avid reader then you definitely know Thomas Wolfe. For those who’ve never heard of him, worry not. I got you! Thomas was a famous writer in the early twentieth century. His …