Updated April 2020 I lived in Puno, Peru for 2 months a few years ago while working on a research project. Even though I spent a lot of time collecting data, I still got to explore this very unique spot in the altiplano of Peru just off the coast of Lake Titicaca. I used my Peru Lonely Planet guidebook to navigate Puno, but after living there myself, I felt I got to know the place pretty well. (Plus the Internet doesn't have that much info on Puno either.) So in the end, I decided to just make my own guide
No matter where I'm living, I always need some nature in my life. Lucky for me, when it comes to nature, Chiang Mai doesn't disappoint. I have pretty thoroughly explored the best outdoor activities in Chiang Mai -- everything from city parks to hiking trails to waterfalls -- and compiled a list of my favorites. (Here I've listed them from closest to the city to farthest away.) Shall we? A map of all the spots I've mentioned in this post Do yoga in Nong Buak Haad Public Park Buak Haad is the one and only public park in Chiang Mai's
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
Who is Mishvo? My name is Michelle but you can call me Mishvo. I get my nickname from a combination of my first and last names. I'm originally from Atlanta, GA, USA. I'm an explorer, singer, nature-lover, and big fan of spicy noodle soup. Or any soup really. I've been living abroad as a digital nomad since December of 2017. Through this blog, I hope to inspire people to explore the possibilities of life. To pursue your curiosities and your dreams, and seek out a life that fulfills you. To be clear, it's not about quitting your job to travel the world,
Baltimore is the perfect sized city for a weekend visit. After living here for two years, I've definitely compiled my list of favorites. Whether you're coming in on business or for pleasure, this weekend guide to Baltimore includes my top picks of where to stay, what to eat and drink, and what to do while visiting the Charm City. This post contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you purchase something through the link at zero extra cost to you. I only recommend stuff I myself use and LOVE and think you’ll love too. Where to
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
So I actually have this list I keep in the notes in my phone of all the people I want to visit around the country/world. My college roommate and bff Morgan has been on the list for a while and I FINALLY made it to Santa Fe, where she's been living for two years and is perfectly positioned to be my local guide to Santa Fe. As it turns out, Santa Fe is beautiful, wonderful, creative, a little bit weird, and feels unlike any other place I've been to the in States quite frankly. It's a lot smaller than I
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
Staycations can be fun and there's definitely plenty to see and do in Baltimore itself, but sometimes you just wanna get out of town. Lucky for those living in Baltimore there are lots of options for day trips from Baltimore! Whether you're looking for history or nature, or just want to walk around a new city for a day, these nearby destinations will satisfy your day trip urges. Washington DC A classic day trip from Baltimore, DC is an easy hour-long, $8 MARC train away. Explore the monuments, visit the White House, or check out some museums while there. More
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
I originally thought my TMJD experience would make a good YouTube video instead of written blog post but I honestly just can't with making and editing video content. So here we are. I thought I would write up the full story of my temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD) aka chronic jaw pain for others who may be looking for information/treatment options. When I was in the thick of it all, I remember going online to look for other people's stories, just to know I wasn't alone in my pain. So first thing's first friend: if you have chronic jaw pain that
So I actually have this list I keep in the notes in my phone of all the people I want to visit around the country/world. My college roommate and bff Morgan has been on the list for a while and I FINALLY made it to Santa Fe, where she's been living for two years and is perfectly positioned to be my local guide to Santa Fe. As it turns out, Santa Fe is beautiful, wonderful, creative, a little bit weird, and feels unlike any other place I've been to the in States quite frankly. It's a lot smaller than I
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
Updated April 2020 I lived in Puno, Peru for 2 months a few years ago while working on a research project. Even though I spent a lot of time collecting data, I still got to explore this very unique spot in the altiplano of Peru just off the coast of Lake Titicaca. I used my Peru Lonely Planet guidebook to navigate Puno, but after living there myself, I felt I got to know the place pretty well. (Plus the Internet doesn't have that much info on Puno either.) So in the end, I decided to just make my own guide
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
2 Week Israel Itinerary - Overview: 4 Days in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem (click to go to section) Shuk Ha'Carmel Jaffa Private tour guide in Jerusalem's Old City Mahane Yehuda Market Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum Western Wall Tunnels Tour 2 Days in Mitzpe Ramon Star tour Hiking in the makhtesh Sunset at Har Gamal 3 Days in Ein Bokek, including the Dead Sea & Ein Gedi Ein Avdat hike Dead Sea Wadi Arugot hike in Ein Gedi Nature Reserve 4 Days in Zichron Ya'Acov and Galilee, including Tzfat and Akko Tzfat Mount Carmel hike Akko This post may include affiliate links
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
No matter where I go in the world, I tend to bring along some of the same items in my backpack. When it comes to packing, especially for long-term travel across continents, my packing philosophy is to bring things that... Are useful in multiple climates and types of environments Have more than one use (e.g. jojoba oil is for moisturizing my skin AND for removing makeup; this means I don't need to pack an extra makeup remover) Are comfortable, especially when it comes to shoes since I only travel with a few pairs and wear them walking all around day
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
No matter where I go in the world, I tend to bring along some of the same items in my backpack. When it comes to packing, especially for long-term travel across continents, my packing philosophy is to bring things that... Are useful in multiple climates and types of environments Have more than one use (e.g. jojoba oil is for moisturizing my skin AND for removing makeup; this means I don't need to pack an extra makeup remover) Are comfortable, especially when it comes to shoes since I only travel with a few pairs and wear them walking all around day
Who is Mishvo? My name is Michelle but you can call me Mishvo. I get my nickname from a combination of my first and last names. I'm originally from Atlanta, GA, USA. I'm an explorer, singer, nature-lover, and big fan of spicy noodle soup. Or any soup really. I've been living abroad as a digital nomad since December of 2017. Through this blog, I hope to inspire people to explore the possibilities of life. To pursue your curiosities and your dreams, and seek out a life that fulfills you. To be clear, it's not about quitting your job to travel the world,
Updated April 2020 I lived in Puno, Peru for 2 months a few years ago while working on a research project. Even though I spent a lot of time collecting data, I still got to explore this very unique spot in the altiplano of Peru just off the coast of Lake Titicaca. I used my Peru Lonely Planet guidebook to navigate Puno, but after living there myself, I felt I got to know the place pretty well. (Plus the Internet doesn't have that much info on Puno either.) So in the end, I decided to just make my own guide
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
No matter where I go in the world, I tend to bring along some of the same items in my backpack. When it comes to packing, especially for long-term travel across continents, my packing philosophy is to bring things that... Are useful in multiple climates and types of environments Have more than one use (e.g. jojoba oil is for moisturizing my skin AND for removing makeup; this means I don't need to pack an extra makeup remover) Are comfortable, especially when it comes to shoes since I only travel with a few pairs and wear them walking all around day
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
Baltimore is the perfect sized city for a weekend visit. After living here for two years, I've definitely compiled my list of favorites. Whether you're coming in on business or for pleasure, this weekend guide to Baltimore includes my top picks of where to stay, what to eat and drink, and what to do while visiting the Charm City. This post contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you purchase something through the link at zero extra cost to you. I only recommend stuff I myself use and LOVE and think you’ll love too. Where to
Updated August 22, 2020 So you want to go abroad, but you aren't sure how. In the past, I've had people come to me asking what their options are in terms of traveling abroad in a long-term way. I myself was one of those people a few years ago and my research on ways Americans can go abroad long-term led me to my teaching gig in Thailand when I graduated university. Whether you're a recent graduate looking for a change of pace or you're a young professional trying to plan your escape in case Trump becomes president again, this guide will
There is no single item I own that gets more compliments from other travelers than my laptop case. It's a hardshell leather case that disguises my laptop as an old book. Quality gear is pretty important when it comes to doing the digital nomad thing. If you travel and work like me, your laptop is essential to your lifestyle so its best to have a quality case for it. SO many people ask me about my BookBook laptop case every single time I take my computer somewhere, so I figured I would finally write up a post about it and
Updated August 22, 2020 So you want to go abroad, but you aren't sure how. In the past, I've had people come to me asking what their options are in terms of traveling abroad in a long-term way. I myself was one of those people a few years ago and my research on ways Americans can go abroad long-term led me to my teaching gig in Thailand when I graduated university. Whether you're a recent graduate looking for a change of pace or you're a young professional trying to plan your escape in case Trump becomes president again, this guide will
Updated August 22, 2020 So you want to go abroad, but you aren't sure how. In the past, I've had people come to me asking what their options are in terms of traveling abroad in a long-term way. I myself was one of those people a few years ago and my research on ways Americans can go abroad long-term led me to my teaching gig in Thailand when I graduated university. Whether you're a recent graduate looking for a change of pace or you're a young professional trying to plan your escape in case Trump becomes president again, this guide will
Bloggers have been sharing their tips about Southeast Asia since the beginning of time. This article has been done a thousand times before (here, here, and here, for example) but oh well I'm doing it anyways! Before assembling things, let's get in the right mindset. Some basic ideas to remember about packing light for SEA: Pack things that don't wrinkle or don't look bad when they are wrinkled. Cotton is good, and it's breathable for the hot and humid weather. Pack things that you don't care about. THIS IS REALLY IMPORTANT! Don't bring anything valuable (excluding maybe your passport, camera, and iPod/phone).
While I'm glad we responded to the urge to explore the island far and wide, on a second trip to Sardinia I would plant myself in Cala Gonone and see all the Golfo di Orosei region has to offer. Cala Gonone is a small city on the east coast of Sardinia at the northern end of the magical Golfo di Orosei. What it lacks in history (like Alghero or Cagliari for example) it makes up for in natural beauty and activities. So here's why Cala Gonone was my favorite place in Sardinia: 1. Because Cala Gonone is an oasis It probably helped that we
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
Updated August 22, 2020 So you want to go abroad, but you aren't sure how. In the past, I've had people come to me asking what their options are in terms of traveling abroad in a long-term way. I myself was one of those people a few years ago and my research on ways Americans can go abroad long-term led me to my teaching gig in Thailand when I graduated university. Whether you're a recent graduate looking for a change of pace or you're a young professional trying to plan your escape in case Trump becomes president again, this guide will
It has been a long, awful journey for me when it comes to my skin. No, not the skin on my face; I've been struggling with cystic acne on my back for over a decade. After years and years of emotional and physical pain, I've finally found a treatment that has kept my back clear for over 6 months now. I wrote up everything about my experience with using spironolactone to treat cystic acne on Reddit a few months ago but thought I would expand upon it even more. Spiro is an off-label, lesser-known treatment for hormonal acne and I've
Talkspace Review + $80 off your first month Whether you're going through an acute crisis or working to manage your mental health in a long term way, therapy is a great tool. Unfortunately, there are a TON of barriers to making in-person therapy happen: from the exorbitant cost of therapy in the States (even if you find a therapist with a sliding fee scale), to the high probability that the therapist you end up seeing isn't a great match - it's not easy to make it happen. And I've been there. And it sucks, because you want to seek treatment
When G and I started planning our holidays in France, we were going to head to Corsica to get our beach fix. But there is almost no tourist information on Corsica, so we decided on a weeklong Sardinia itinerary instead. Sardinia is the Italian island just south of Corsica in the Mediterranean. The island doesn't get a ton of attention on the Internet or elsewhere either (in English at least), but I'm really not sure why. It's absolutely stunning. The mountainous interior landscape is perfect for trekking and climbing, and the endless coastline abounds with views of turquoise waters and
If you've been around the internet awhile you have probably stumbled upon the adage, 'Not all who wander are lost' by J.R.R Tolkien. This quote is popular, especially with travelers and backpackers who are so often characterized as 'lost' by society. I know I have had to field many comments about being 'lost' or 'finding what I'm looking for' or 'running away' in the past decade or so since I started traveling. But for me, like so many, travel is not about feeling lost. In this post, we'll look at the meaning of 'not all those who wander are lost',
Staycations can be fun and there's definitely plenty to see and do in Baltimore itself, but sometimes you just wanna get out of town. Lucky for those living in Baltimore there are lots of options for day trips from Baltimore! Whether you're looking for history or nature, or just want to walk around a new city for a day, these nearby destinations will satisfy your day trip urges. Washington DC A classic day trip from Baltimore, DC is an easy hour-long, $8 MARC train away. Explore the monuments, visit the White House, or check out some museums while there. More
While I'm glad we responded to the urge to explore the island far and wide, on a second trip to Sardinia I would plant myself in Cala Gonone and see all the Golfo di Orosei region has to offer. Cala Gonone is a small city on the east coast of Sardinia at the northern end of the magical Golfo di Orosei. What it lacks in history (like Alghero or Cagliari for example) it makes up for in natural beauty and activities. So here's why Cala Gonone was my favorite place in Sardinia: 1. Because Cala Gonone is an oasis It probably helped that we
While I'm glad we responded to the urge to explore the island far and wide, on a second trip to Sardinia I would plant myself in Cala Gonone and see all the Golfo di Orosei region has to offer. Cala Gonone is a small city on the east coast of Sardinia at the northern end of the magical Golfo di Orosei. What it lacks in history (like Alghero or Cagliari for example) it makes up for in natural beauty and activities. So here's why Cala Gonone was my favorite place in Sardinia: 1. Because Cala Gonone is an oasis It probably helped that we
