I cannot express my gratitude to the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program, not merely for selecting me as a recipient, but for the vision they have in sending U.S. Citizens out into the world to deepen their understanding of the way things work internationally.
Tag: travelblog
12. Panama – A Cloud Forest Illuminated
Think back to a day where you collapsed at its end. Consider the weight that your mental and physical frame … More
11. Nicaragua – For the Love of Bicicletas
I was introduced to [who is now] one of my best friends in the Denver International Airport. We had mutual … More
9. China – Menu Mania
Since when did menus become children’s books in a foreign tongue? Answer: as soon as I visited China. Typically we … More
5. Malaysia – The Worlds of Murphy’s Law
Choppy waters beneath the bouncing boat gave us the workout of a lifetime as we clutched our stomachs with laughter. … More
Thirty Nations by my Thirtieth Birthday
Discovery: of culture, of countries, of character revealed. For years I have explained that my love for travel and appreciation … More