Hitchhiking in China, Part 2: A Family’s Generosity and the Secrets of an Ancient Canal
This is the second part in my series on hitchiking in China. Start from the beginning here. If you ask me, the phrase “go with the flow” is misleading and…
Hitchhiking in China, Part 1: A Bold Leap Into the Unknown, One Ride at a Time
When tracing back the origins of the impetus for me to try hitchhiking in China, the seeds of inspiration had been sown over time. There was my old soccer teammate…
Mistranslations, Gibberish, and Poetry: The Quirky World of Chinese Signs
More than any other country I’ve visited, China has an abundance of hilarious English translations and all-around bizarre signs. My theory to why China in particular is so affected by…
What Happened to Little Italy?
Growing up in the United States, my image of New York was invariably shaped by its portrayal in mass media. Movies like Goodfellas and the canonical macho Frat classic that…
Shell Game Scam: How to Spot Tourist Traps on Westminster Bridge
On the Westminster Bridge – amidst the heaving, swelling waves of camera-wielding tourists, annoyed commuters, and languid policeman – are a few scattered groups crowding around. At first glance, they draw…
The Eternal Wait in Line at Berlin’s Most Exclusive Club
Berghain – One of the most famous clubs in the world is notoriously difficult to get in. Built in a former power plant in East Berlin, its industrial alternative vibe…