I talked a bit about this when I wrote about experiencing reverse culture shock, but oftentimes, I think addressing the concept of “home” is just as important as talking about our journeys. I plan on leaving in about three weeks to New York to see some of my friends there, and it will be several […]
Archives for September 2014
Expat Versus Tourist: Which is Better?
Lately, the idea of being an expatriate versus being a tourist has been on my mind. I think we usually think of the two as very separate entities, but the truth is, any time you are an expat, you probably still have more in common with the dozens of tourists filtering their way in and […]
Really Roughing It: New Company Encourages Staying in Hovels
It’s not always easy to find the perfect place to stay without spending more than you want to, but it looks as though members of our generation are starting to figure out a way to make this possible. Introducing Hovelstay, a company that provides a place to lay your head without donating an organ. If […]