This week, I traveled alone for the first time in over a year. It’s incredibly weird leaving my well-insulated bubble of an island for the Mainland. Truth be told, I wouldn’t be traveling under normal circumstances. I don’t think anyone should be traveling for funzies right now. I don’t think anyone should be heading to […]
Travel Prep
My 2018 Travel Gear & Essentials
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My Travel Plans for 2018
I’m often asked, “So, where ya’ off to next?” or “Hey world, traveler. Where’s the next destination?” or “Jesus. Do you ever stay in the country?” Haters gonna hate. This year is starting off like most, with future travel plans mostly solidified or at the very least set in motion. But there’s a twist, because […]
Wheels Up!
It never gets old. Ever. I’m like a kid eagerly anticipating take off, on my way to Disney World for the first time. Each and every time. You know how teachers, mentors or coaches will tell you to pay attention to the things you get excited about in life because, often, those are the things […]
My Travel Plans for 2017 + Beyond
Well, we’re nearly done with Q1 of 2017 and perhaps I should share my travel plans with you lot, huh? Some travels have, obviously, already happened, but as with much of our medical school/residency life, the rest are subject to change. I suspect, though, the only options that are constantly in flux are traveling back and forth […]
How I Traveled To Cuba As An American
With travel restrictions slowly being lifted, lots of Americans are interested in heading to the land of mojitos, cigars, music that gets your hips moving and beautiful, wonderful, amazingly strong coffee. Ah, Cuba. A forbidden country for so many years as Americans, it’s easy to see why there’s such an influx in tourists. I was just there […]