About Matt Long
Who am I? I am a typical Gen-Xer and recovering cubicle-dweller who has a passion for all things travel. My site brings a unique perspective that is hard to find online. I am not a backpacker, nor am I...
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Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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20 Things Every Smart Traveler Should Know
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Five Foods You Must Eat in Europe
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Five Reasons to Stop Dreaming and Travel Now
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So What’s Reykjavik Really Like?
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Peumayen – The Dream Place: A New Take on Indigenous Food in Santiago
Posted on May 30, 2013 | No CommentsSantiago, Chile surprised me in a lot of ways. I’m not exactly sure what I expected, but it wasn’t the gleaming, modern city I found high in the mountains. One of the most pleasant surprises was the city’s vibrant food culture, featuring everything from traditional... -
It’s a McDonald’s World – Why They Matter When You Travel
Posted on May 1, 2012 | 60 CommentsSome people get very fussy and pretentious when they travel, particularly when food is involved. I agree that discovering new and interesting experiences, including food, is a huge part of the adventure, but there’s also the very important pop culture element. I love exploring grocery... -
Four Surprising Things About Buenos Aires Cuisine
Posted on April 18, 2012 | 12 CommentsBuenos Aires has long been on my travel list for many reasons, but food wasn’t one of them – until now. This fabulous guest post by travel blogger Stephanie Yoder of Twenty-Something Travel.com gives us four great reasons to visit the capital of Argentina and... -
Boozing it Up – Favorite Alcoholic Beverages from Around the World
Posted on October 20, 2011 | 7 CommentsIt’s not for everyone, but a region’s alcoholic specialty can many times define the destination. Not only do they taste great (hopefully) but if you don’t have too many of them, these signature drinks can provide great memories of your trip. Here are some of... -
Taking the Pretension Out of Winery Tours
Posted on August 9, 2011 | 9 CommentsIn college I had what is arguably one of the best part-time jobs ever, I worked at a winery. Located just a few miles from the historic core of Williamsburg, Virginia is the Williamsburg Winery. It was there in the tasting room that I learned... -
Four Cheap Street Food Desserts
Posted on July 28, 2010 | 14 CommentsOne of my favorite travel experiences is to sample an area’s best street food. Some countries are more adept at this culinary treat than others; Southeast Asia for example has elevated street food to a science. I love street food because it provides an honest,... -
Neighborhood Favorite in Guayaquil
Posted on March 18, 2010 | No CommentsReturning home from the Galapagos, we spent the night once again in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Since we had more time on the way back, we decided to follow a local recommendation for dinner, which turned out to be a very smart decision. ‘Lo Nuestro’ is a...
