Some of my Asian American friends have reached out to me and asked, “how can I help? I’ve realized my whole entire life that while I was not racist, I have not been anti-racist. How can I do better?” Given that the U.S. economy and political system are rooted in anti-blackness, claiming our place in America means that we must take a position when faced with the separate but unequal worlds of whiteness and blackness....
This is the ultimate guide to hiking in Hawaii and not be a total asshole (because there can be lots of them). One thing is this: you’re probably going to fall in love with hiking in Hawaii. There are no predators like bears, big wild cats, snakes, or harmful plants like poison oak or poison ivy or deer ticks (yay for no Lyme disease!). What is surprising to most people is that hiking on the mainland...
You need to vote for things other than the President. Make sure you do that and here are other effective ways for you to channel your liberal frustration. Make sure you are registered to vote and encourage people in your life to do the same Vote.org Rock the Vote Contact your Member of the House and tell them to pass VAWA Even If Kavanaugh Gets Confirmed, We Must Fight For the Violence Against Women Act....
After visiting Thailand and then deciding to LIVE in Thailand for a few months, I’ve been able to scour the list of best hotels to stay in Thailand (overall). This list of the best hotels to stay in Thailand is personally vetted by me (I’ve stayed in them) and/or my clients who I’ve planned and organized epic trips for. This list of the best hotels to stay in Thailand are all 4 or 5 stars hotels and luxury or...
As a traveler, we’re observers and generally people watchers. It’s also imperative (almost your duty) as a traveler, to learn how to spot human trafficking. Human trafficking is largely a hidden crime and it is happening EVERYWHERE. In small towns, in large cities, in developed and less developed countries. In airports, airplanes, and hotel rooms. “[Traffickers] look for people who are susceptible for a variety of reasons, including psychological or emotional vulnerability, economic hardship, lack of social safety...
