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We Stayed in a Japanese "Love Hotel" — Sex Toys and Saran Wrap Included
Famously campy, these unique lodgings actually tell a lot about Japanese culture.
Dec 3
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November 2025
A Magical Meal in Macedonia
This Thanksgiving, I'm reminded of an amazing culinary experience Brent and I had three years ago.
Nov 27
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My Friend Laura Died Yesterday. If I Hadn't Met Her, I'd Be a Different Person Today.
Life sucks. But sometimes it's also magic.
Nov 23
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"I Don't Care About My 'Wind' and My 'Fire,' Just Give Me the #!*%ing Herbs!"
Plus, am I "very simple" while Michael is "very complicated"?
Nov 21
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Our Road Trip in Japan: Searching for Autumn Colors in the Mountains of Honshu
After a blistering-hot and very urban Asian summer, we were desperate for cooler temperatures and nature's wonder. Did we find it?
Nov 17
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Why Are Restaurants in America So Damn Expensive?
Eating out is much cheaper outside the United States. Why?
Nov 13
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The Place We're At Now: Hong Kong
Hong Kong, we don't love you. And it's not us, it's you.
Nov 8
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Want a Successful Business? Do What This Indian Restaurant in Hong Kong Does.
You'll probably make money. But you'll also be making the world a better place.
Nov 4
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October 2025
Daytrip: Naum Springs, North Macedonia — A Day Two Interesting Things Happened
Spoiler alert: at one stop, the tour boat left guests behind because they were two minutes late!
Oct 30
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What Did We Eat in China? Pork, Pork, and More Pork.
See it for yourself with these tantalizing pictures!
Oct 26
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Brent and Michael's Secret Travel Hacks, Part 29!
Buy a Pixel phone, get free smartphone insurance, land more bonus miles, always read the fine print, eat more passionfruit, confirm the "full" refund…
Oct 21
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What Would Our Perfect "Forever Home" Look Like?
Eight years of continuous travel have given me a very clear vision. But it may not be the kind of home you think.
Oct 17
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