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About Matt Long
06 July 2011 8:08 PM | No CommentsWho am I? I am a typical Gen-X professional 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 living off of a trust fund. I am...
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Five Reasons to Stop Dreaming and Travel Now
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Journey to America’s Forgotten Capital
Posted on May 21, 2012 | 1 CommentI live in Washington, DC, a city that has had the honor of serving of the capital of the United States for more than two-hundred and twenty years. However, it’s not the only capital the country has had, a fact most American school kids know... -
Rebuilding the Hermione, La Fayette’s Freedom Frigate in Rochefort, France
Posted on May 21, 2012 | 1 CommentThe Partially Built Hermione in Rochefort, France -
Five Things That Surprised Me About Tokyo
Posted on May 20, 2012 | 4 CommentsOur first visit to Japan was brief, it was a stopover on a longer flight but we still managed to eek out three nights in Tokyo for a little taste of what the country is like. As do most people, I had certain expectations and... -
Quiet Side Street of La Rochelle and St. Nicolas Tower, France
Posted on May 20, 2012 | 3 CommentsLa Rochelle, France -
Hotels as Experience Curators – InterContinental Bangkok
Posted on May 17, 2012 | 5 CommentsI’ve always maintained that hotels are a lot more than just a place to sleep at night and take a shower. They can make or break a trip; their staffs hold in their hands the success or failure of our travel experience. That’s why I’m... -
Holy Places Around The World – Photo Essay
Posted on May 17, 2012 | 5 CommentsThrough some compulsion I can’t explain, I find myself drawn to places of spiritual importance when I travel. It’s not that I’m particularly spiritual, I’m not; instead I think it’s a desire to get to know people on a deeper level. Whatever the reason, these... -
Cathedrals, Wine and Rural Escapes – Follow Along As I Explore France
Posted on May 16, 2012 | 8 CommentsWhen I was twelve years old I asked my mother to enroll me in after school French lessons. Already at that age I was in love with the idea of exploring the world but knew the best way to do that from small town America... -
Exploring Iceland’s Golden Circle Through Photos
Posted on May 16, 2012 | 9 CommentsOur trip to Iceland was a surprise, probably the best birthday surprise I’ve ever received. But because of that, I wasn’t able to plan and instead my partner was in charge of our schedule. Luckily he did an amazing job putting together a fun and... -
Canal Cottages in Bruges, Belgium
Posted on May 16, 2012 | No CommentsCanals Bruges Belgium -
To The Aquariums of the World – I Am Done With You
Posted on May 15, 2012 | 13 CommentsI love animals and wildlife experiences are amongst my most favorite whenever I travel. Of course I always make sure that the experiences are done in as a sustainable way as possible and more than anything else that the animals aren’t hurt. Besides zoos, another... -
Sea Lions Lounging on the Beach in the Galapagos
Posted on May 15, 2012 | 3 CommentsSea Lions Galapagos -
Around Luang Prabang in Five Courses – Learning About Lao Cuisine
Posted on May 14, 2012 | 2 CommentsWhile there are some similarities with other Southeast Asian countries, Lao cuisine definitely has its own unique qualities. To best share them with you, here are some of my favorite meals we found while exploring Luang Prabang. Appetizer Dried Mekong River Weed with Sesame... -
Aboriginal Ochre Pits in the Northern Territory, Australia
Posted on May 14, 2012 | No CommentsOchre Pits Northern Territory -
My Five Favorite Adventure Travel Experiences in New Zealand
Posted on May 13, 2012 | 13 CommentsIf the gods of adventure travel had their own Mt. Olympus, it would be found somewhere in New Zealand. The Kiwis have long taken pride in their ability to outdo the rest of the world when it comes to flinging themselves from various heights and... -
Thousands of Buddhas in the Pak Ou Caves, Laos
Posted on May 13, 2012 | No CommentsPak Ou Caves Laos -
Luxury in the Sky – Five Reasons You Should Stay at the Ritz Carlton Tokyo
Posted on May 10, 2012 | 2 CommentsFor our trip to Asia I partnered with several companies in order to portray an image of the region I don’t see enough of in the blogosphere – luxury. There are thousands of blog posts out there about how to spend as little money as... -
Picture Perfect Paradise – Travel Photo Series
Posted on May 10, 2012 | No CommentsParadise, everyone wants it and everyone has a different opinion on what it really means. That’s the theme this week for the #FriFotos sharing event on Twitter, perfect as we approach the summer vacation season. Paradise can mean a lot of different things, but for... -
Question: Is Poverty Tourism OK?
Posted on May 9, 2012 | 14 CommentsI touched on this issue briefly when I discussed my travel guilt after leaving Laos. Since then I’ve been thinking a lot about the issue and have read a couple of additional blog posts that have influenced my thinking. The first was a blog post... -
Frenetic Khaosan Road in Bangkok
Posted on May 9, 2012 | 2 CommentsKhaosan Road in Bangkok -
Laos – Why I Went and What I Thought
Posted on May 8, 2012 | 8 CommentsWhen I put together the itinerary for our vacation in Asia, I had some difficult decisions to make. We knew we wanted to return to Bangkok; it’s one of our favorite cities and a few days in the Thai capital sounded perfect. But we also... -
Martian Landscape of the Garden of the Gods, Lanai, Hawaii
Posted on May 8, 2012 | 3 CommentsGarden of the Gods, Lanai, Hawaii -
Around the World in Business Class
Posted on May 7, 2012 | 16 CommentsI like a certain level of comfort when I travel, it’s just who I am. Why be uncomfortable when I can be comfortable after all. This permeates throughout the travel experience, from nice hotels to certain airline choices. Thanks to my busy travel schedule, I’ve... -
Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysees in Paris
Posted on May 7, 2012 | No CommentsArc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysees in Paris -
Dragons and Goblins: Exploring Mt. Fuji and Japan’s Countryside
Posted on May 6, 2012 | 3 CommentsTokyo was more of a whim than a planned stop on our trip to Asia. We had the chance to add a three-day stopover on our way to Thailand so we decided to jump at the opportunity to explore a new country, one I’ve wanted... -
Approaching the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor
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Beauty of Flowers Around the World – Travel Photo Series
Posted on May 3, 2012 | No CommentsI wouldn’t say that flowers interest me all that much. They’re pretty, I admit, and fragrant and add a touch of elegance and beauty to their surroundings. But I’m not INTO flowers, not like some fanatics, but that doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate them. The... -
42 Things I Love About Bangkok
Posted on May 2, 2012 | 11 CommentsMy first trip to Southeast Asia was five years ago when my partner and I visited the exotic capital of Thailand, Bangkok. He had been before but it was my first visit and I was entranced. I returned to this favorite city recently and I’m... -
Colorful Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem
Posted on May 2, 2012 | 2 CommentsDome of the Rock, Jerusalem -
It’s a McDonald’s World – Why They Matter When You Travel
Posted on May 1, 2012 | 46 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... -
Exploring the Yucatan with the JW Marriott Cancun
Posted on April 30, 2012 | 3 CommentsI’ve been to the Yucatan in Mexico several times, usually as a way to quickly recharge and to enjoy the beautiful beaches. It’s hard to pass up on an opportunity to visit paradise, which is why when the JW Marriott invited me down to stay... -
Winter Festival Light Show at the Hotel de Ville – Brussels Town Hall
Posted on April 30, 2012 | No CommentsHotel de Ville – Brussels Town Hall -
Tokyo Recap and What I Thought About Japan
Posted on April 29, 2012 | 15 CommentsJapan had long been on my must-see travel list so when the chance for a brief three-day stopover on the way to Thailand arose, I knew I couldn’t pass it up. At the same time, I realized that a scant two and a half... -
Descent of the Feathered Serpent at Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico
Posted on April 29, 2012 | 1 CommentDescent of the Feathered Serpent at Chichen Itza -
Dealing With My Traveler’s Guilt
Posted on April 26, 2012 | 8 CommentsAs our big, two-week vacation of the year comes to a close I’m faced with about twenty hours of flying and a lot of time to think. I’ll reflect on the great experiences we had while exploring new and familiar places in Asia, but I’ll... -
Myths And Misconceptions About Art That Detract From Fantastic Travel Experiences
Posted on April 25, 2012 | 2 CommentsI mostly like art and I love unusual architecture, but I am hardly an expert. That’s why I am thrilled that Erin Halvey, art expert and blogger extraordinaire, agreed to write this guest post for us today. I learned a lot and I know you... -
Five Foods To Avoid in Italy
Posted on April 24, 2012 | 24 CommentsI’m a Europhile, without question, but sadly I haven’t spent very much time in Italy. It only takes a few moments though to fall in love with true Italian cuisine, but much longer to discern what is best left alone. That’s why I’m thrilled Italian... -
Morning Market in Luang Prabang, Laos
Posted on April 24, 2012 | 3 CommentsMorning Market in Luang Prabang, Laos -
Fiji in Four Words
Posted on April 23, 2012 | 5 CommentsThe South Pacific is near the top of my travel wish list and I’m determined to visit someday soon. Until then, I will have to live vicariously through those who have traveled before me, like the travel writer and social media expert Angie Orth. Today... -
Standing Buddha at a Temple in Luang Prabang, Laos
Posted on April 23, 2012 | 2 CommentsStanding Buddha, Luang Prabang Laos -
Five Foods Not To Miss in Taiwan
Posted on April 22, 2012 | 3 CommentsI’m very pleased to share a guest post by a friend and excellent food and travel writer Erin De Santiago. Erin is a freelance writer from California who’s been living in Taiwan since 2009. She is obsessed with culinary travel, fine wine, and all things... -
Perfect Sunset Over the Chao Phraya River & Rama VIII Bridge in Bangkok
Posted on April 21, 2012 | 5 CommentsPhoto Courtesy of LoperSpouse -
Floating Market of Damnoen Saduak, Thailand
Posted on April 21, 2012 | 2 CommentsDamnoen Saduak, Thailand -
Five Things You Might Not Know About Arizona
Posted on April 19, 2012 | 3 CommentsToday’s post comes courtesy of Dave Porter with The Roaming Boomers. In 2006 David and his wife moved from Michigan to Arizona and haven’t looked back since. Although they admit there’s a lot to see and do in the Midwest, the endless sunshine and warm... -
Earth Day – Beauty of Nature Photo Series
Posted on April 19, 2012 | 4 CommentsEarth Day is right around the corner and to celebrate, the #FriFotos theme on Twitter this week is – Earth Day! (creative, I know) This can mean a lot of different things to many people, but for me it’s simple. It’s a reminder to us... -
Demon Guardian at Wat Arun in Bangkok, Thailand
Posted on April 19, 2012 | 1 CommentDemon Guardian Wat Arun Bangkok -
Four Surprising Things About Buenos Aires Cuisine
Posted on April 18, 2012 | 11 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... -
Shibuya Crossing at Rush Hour, Tokyo, Japan
Posted on April 18, 2012 | 1 CommentShibuya Crossing -
Four Things Not Do In Chiang Mai
Posted on April 17, 2012 | 18 CommentsToday I am pleased to feature a guest post by writer and tech expert Dave Dean. Dave has been traveling the world for fifteen years, amassing an incredible amount of expertise along the way. He writes about travel technology at Too Many Adapters and the highs and... -
Five Reasons to Stop Dreaming and Travel Now
Posted on April 16, 2012 | 20 CommentsPeople are really good at coming up with excuses NOT to do things and sadly travel is a frequent victim. I don’t have enough money, I don’t have enough time, I’m too old, I’m too young, I’m under indictment – these are all ways people... -
Fleet of Swan Boats on Lake Ashi, Japan
Posted on April 16, 2012 | No Comments
