Things to Do in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia - One of Travel's Last Forbidden Frontiers

Saudi Arabia, officially the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), has been on the bucket list for a long time. Until very recently, it was only possible to visit on a business visa. And women weren't...

Middle East Travel Etiquette

The Middle East has old traditions, cultural expectations and long-inherited customs and expectations of both men and women. Learn these traditions to connect with locals and have a more easeful and...

A Woman's Take on Visiting Saudi Arabia

My husband, Tristan, and I recently spent two months helping run a startup accelerator program in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Before committing to going there, we tried to do as much research as we could...

Messi’s Dream to Gaudí’s Soul — A Culer’s Pilgrimage Through Barcelona

I distinctly remember the moment the SNCF (TGV inOUI) train rolled out of Paris, slicing through the countryside toward Barcelona. For many, it would have been just another cross-border journey. For...

Where to Go in Utrecht with Kids

Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the Netherlands and offers lots of things to do and see when visiting with kids. We lived in Utrecht for a few years and, along with our children (two boys...

Hiking Rinjani via Sembalun: A Wild Ride of Sweat and Tears

Let me say this upfront: Mount Rinjani is not just a mountain it's an emotional rollercoaster. This hike isn't just about walking up and down. It's a full on movie experience: drama (legs dying...