Silent in Chiang Mai – Buddhist Meditation Retreat
Update February 2018: Sadly it looks like the Wat Suan Dok website is no longer functional. I’m not sure if … Continue reading Silent in Chiang Mai – Buddhist Meditation Retreat
Author: Matt
I’m a husband and father of three. I’m also an engineer. Professionally, yes, but also more broadly. I like to solve problems and make stuff work better. Enjoying my ride on Spaceship Earth.
Top Activities for Kids in Manila
Perhaps the Philippines capital isn’t at the top of your family travel bucket list, but there are still lots of … Continue reading Top Activities for Kids in Manila
Travel Inspiration: Join Our Journey
We met Stefanie and Christoph while we were diving at Balicasag Island in the Philippines. These guys are super fun and we wish we had more time to chat with them about their adventures. Their blog features some really excellent photography so check it out, even if you can’t read German! Continue reading Travel Inspiration: Join Our Journey
Seeking Cheap Camera Repair in Manila
Getting my camera repaired was another item on our Manila to-do list (after getting Thailand visas). Pretty soon after we arrived … Continue reading Seeking Cheap Camera Repair in Manila
How to Get a Thailand Visa in Manila
We had a few days in Manila after our Palawan adventure and since our next stop was Thailand our main goal was to get Thailand visas. Continue reading How to Get a Thailand Visa in Manila
Our Palawan Adventure
Palawan is rugged, pristine, and spectacularly beautiful. Travel can be tougher here than some places, but that’s part of why … Continue reading Our Palawan Adventure
El Nido Vacation Guide for Families
An El Nido vacation should be on your list of exotic family travel spots. But go soon, because word is getting out about this pristine paradise. Continue reading El Nido Vacation Guide for Families
Kayaking in El Nido
We were really lucky at Telesfora Beach Cottages to be able to use their kayaks to explore the waters around … Continue reading Kayaking in El Nido
How to Get Cash in El Nido
Halfway through our 3 weeks in El Nido we ran out of money. It turns out you cannot use an ATM to get cash in El Nido so we discovered several work-arounds. We’ll share them with you here in case you find yourself in a similar cash poor situation. Continue reading How to Get Cash in El Nido
Telesfora Beach Cottages
Our El Nido home for the better part of three weeks, Telesfora Beach Cottages on Corong Corong Beach was our favorite accommodations in the Philippines. Telesfora has great location, facilities, and staff, but most of all there’s a warm friendly family atmosphere that made us feel welcome right from the start. Continue reading Telesfora Beach Cottages
The Trekking Family 