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| 18th August 2009 River Man | Everest Base Camp Trek - From: Annapurna Base Camp (part 2) Hi, We did Mt. Everest base camp trek with Real Adventure Nepal. We have great chance to see the mount everest during the trekking. Guide was very good, professional and smarts. More detials www.realadventurenepal.com |
| 20th July 2009 Judy Lawrence | Thanks for the post - From: A "Roti" and 4 "Doubles" please (Trinidad & Tobago) Being a Trinidad, I enjoyed your post and it made me a little home sick. I last went home in 2006 for Carnival but you'all may not enjoy that kind of fun. Here is link to trini talk.http://www.afriqueonline.com/pages/trini/Trini20.html |
| 31st May 2009 Trini | POS - From: A "Roti" and 4 "Doubles" please (Trinidad & Tobago) As a trini I just want to ask if bethany man...town is the most dangerous part of the island. Any fool could see that...i wonder if you live in Trinidad?? Probably 90% of the crime we experiencing now does occur in town and its outskirts...ahem, Laventille.....anyway, I am really glad you guys came and enjoyed our beautiful island and was able to experience the true Trinidad...the character of our people and the natural beauty and scenery....next time you guys should come to se the leatherback turtles..you seem like nature buff....and do a hike to Paria...and go don south to Bush Bush nature reserve...I promise you will love it!! |
| 6th April 2009 Ashley | - From: A "Roti" and 4 "Doubles" please (Trinidad & Tobago) I have been reading your entire blog for that past few weeks and just finished. I cant believe all the places you have been! Its my dream to travel like you and most likely will never happen so I live through the blogs on here. I have never really been anywhere and its such a shame. But thank you for sharing your travels with us! Cant wait to hear about your next adventures! |
| 5th April 2009 karen | - From: A "Roti" and 4 "Doubles" please (Trinidad & Tobago) You should try salybia beach resort and toco next visit!! |
| 1st April 2009 cjschw | (email) - From: A "Roti" and 4 "Doubles" please (Trinidad & Tobago) Hello Chris, I want to commend you on your blog for your trip to T&T. I am a citizen of T&T(currently in AR) and I was very impressed with your blog. I think you did a fantastic job of recounting your visit specifically to Tobago(that's where I am from). The pics of Charloteville were amazing expecially the shot at night from the room(saved it as a desktop background). I want to wish you good luck on your MBA studies(MBA 2001) and I hope you can take some of your friends when you decide to go back. Have a great day! |
| 25th March 2009 bethany | lucky - From: A "Roti" and 4 "Doubles" please (Trinidad & Tobago) As a Trini I have to say that you are very lucky you had such a safe trip in Trini. Ironically, the place you felt the least safe (Port of Spain) is probably the safest place for a tourist to be. All in all I'm glad you enjoyed it, but for anyone reading this I still strongly suggest that if you visit you take extreme precaution; particularly in the quieter, less populated, more deserted areas. |
| 25th March 2009 Lisa | - From: A "Roti" and 4 "Doubles" please (Trinidad & Tobago) I agree with Natalie...we're all coming next time on your new post-MBA salary :) Love the pictures and it sounds like you guys had a ton of fun, like usual. What a great way to celebrate the week before your birthday! |
| 25th March 2009 Natalie | amazing - From: A "Roti" and 4 "Doubles" please (Trinidad & Tobago) love this blog, love the pictures...just wish i had been there with you guys. amazing trip, i am coming next time. |
| 11th March 2009 TinNiE | - From: Epic Road Trip through NW United States (part 2) beautiful photos ... |
| 8th March 2009 kara | awesome - From: Last stop in Laos (Vang Vieng) i did the vang vieng tubing last summer, and loved it! in case you're interested, i wrote a story about it today, absolutely ridiculously hilarious, i feel like only people that have been there recently know the craziness that is the mekong river in vang vieng. but anyway, if you feel like reading a story, it's on shotjot.com |
| 6th January 2009 Hails | Welcome - From: Chill'n in Dahab Whats it gonna be: Costa Rica? Baja? I need to get back out there... |
| 4th January 2009 Mary | Silly question - From: The ancient land of the Pharaohs I really enjoyed reading about your trip. My husband and I are leaving for Cairo in 2 weeks. We will be cruising the Nile, too. YEAH! I am concerned that we bring the correct clothing for the weather. I see that one of you is wearing a shawl, and the other is wearing short sleeves. What should I bring? We are allowed only one suitcase per person. Thanks for any advice you can give us. |
| 2nd January 2009 Bev | Wow! You're there!! - From: The ancient land of the Pharaohs I can't begin to describe how excited I was when I woke up this morning and had a blog from you and Haley in Egypt. I couldn't wait to see your pictures and read your blog. Chris, this was like a stroll back along memory lane with you. I'm so happy you're enjoying Egypt even more so this time around. It was such a thrill for us when you came over to visit for your first time. We still laugh about you dressed in a galibayah walking around Rd 9 in Ma'adi. There's nothing quite like seeing the ancient pyramids in person to put history and time in perspective. Enjoy your stay and we can't wait to see all your pictures when you return. Bev |
| 2nd January 2009 malone | sweet - From: The ancient land of the Pharaohs looks awesome |
| 1st January 2009 Jeff | - From: The ancient land of the Pharaohs Great hearing from you! Have you found any information on how they did those amazing things you talk about?? Travel safe. Happy New Year |
| 31st December 2008 Kerri | amazement - From: The ancient land of the Pharaohs Hi guys. Wow, so amazing the pictures and stories. I love reading your blogs as I just feel like I'm there with you. Can't wait to read and see more. Happy New year! |
| 9th July 2008 linda | sequoia np east - From: Epic Road Trip through NW United States hey how did you get in sequoia np by the east? nice pictures |
| 4th July 2008 Mercurycatcher | 4th July - From: Epic Road Trip through NW United States (part 2) Wow..what an incredibly beautiful part of the world! You have described your adventures so well and captured some excellent shots.Amused that you included beers in some pics...so it's not just me then! Have a few more tonight...enjoy your 4th July celebrations. |
| 30th June 2008 anonymous | - From: My South African Safari (finally!) Great photos... I agree you were very lucky - cheetahs in the road no less, and the mamba. |
| 28th June 2008 Margie | - From: Epic Road Trip through NW United States (part 2) Looks like an awesome trip, Chris!! The Oregon coastline is definitely inspiring, and clearly you picked a great time of year to see all the greenery. If you ever need a guide around parks in Utah or Colorado, let me (or better, my dad) know and we'd be more than happy to show you around. |
| 27th June 2008 Tim | Great to have you guys - From: Epic Road Trip through NW United States Im glad you got to come see the new pad in Sac town! Now you need to come back and stay for awhile! |
| 27th June 2008 Mom | Yes I could have - From: Epic Road Trip through NW United States C'mon Chris.....you don't think I could have pulled myself up stell cables hiking up on a 70 degree incline? Yeah, you're probably right. I can't imagine Death Valley without air conditioning. Your photos are awesome but where is the one with you winning at craps? |
| 17th April 2008 Yolanda | P. Viejo to Bocas - From: Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro How long was the bus ride? Is the border accessible by bike? I found this to be very helpful, and I can't wait until I get there! |
| 7th April 2008 sherryasmi | very nice trip - From: My South African Safari (finally!) really its amazing to see this nature things. in this busy life it is difficult to give pleasue. its very good pictures. felt happy to see. |
| 27th March 2008 charlottie | - From: My South African Safari (finally!) WOW your pictures are incredible! What camera have you got? I have been to Kruger national park a couple of times and love it there soo much! Looks like you had a fantastic time too. |
| 20th March 2008 lonelybiker | Traffic Rules Should be Emphasize! - From: My South African Safari (finally!) Everyone should travel in right lane! Hahaha. |
| 18th March 2008 Stephen Paul | crazy incredible - From: SHARK ATTACK!! (and some wineries) This looks like a really cool trip! Great post, where else have we seen Shark diving in a cage, great whites devouring flesh, wine grapes, dramatic mountain vistas and hordes of seals?! |
| 17th March 2008 Nats | - From: My South African Safari (finally!) Gorgeous pics as always! What a fun trip we had...just sorry we didnt come to Kruger too. Next time, right?! Miss you, Nats |
| 17th March 2008 Hails | Ready for the next... - From: My South African Safari (finally!) What a trip! Can't wait for the next one! |
| 17th March 2008 Laura (Iowa style) | Pores... - From: SHARK ATTACK!! (and some wineries) Jealously is ouzing out of my pores right now viewing your amazing photos and hearing about the stunning time you are having in SA! I cant wait to see your photos from the Kruger! Give kisses to Hales and enjoy! |
| 17th March 2008 MARIE | Amazing !! - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA What beautiful pictures , the sunset, grapes, cape dutch house gable, guinea fowl, beach shacks, townships etce etc could go on forever. I cannot wait to frame them for the hous, and to try and paint some also. Thanks Chris, cannot wait for somemore. Love Marie Pleased and grateful that we are all back safely |
| 13th March 2008 Marie | Missing you - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Hi Chris. Missing you and HM so much. I know you are having an incredible time in the Kruger !!! We cannot wait to see the pictures you have taken there as well. It was such a pleasure having you and teaching you the local slang - lekker, ohhhh, biltong, gaan kak in die bos, does your face have a puncture, shuu and more oh yes and of course a BRAAI! |
| 12th March 2008 Jason | Speedo - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA What's with the banana hammock buddy?? Maybe next trip Haley can just bring an extra set of her bathing suit bottoms for you!! |
| 10th March 2008 Lize | Glad you like Cape Town - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Hey there, just came accross your blog. So glad you like Cape Town, it's my hometown and very close to my heart. Check out my travel blog http://parisandpomegranates.blogspot.com/ |
| 10th March 2008 Lisa Schwalm | Speedo? - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Great blog Chris...those pictures of the coast make me wish that I wasn't in my office right now but at the beach hanging out! Glad your safe and anxious for your next blog that explains the speedo (seriously?) and the cage diving pics! |
| 10th March 2008 Kerri | jealousy - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Awe, you make me want to go 'home' so badly reading your messages and seeing the pictures. So glad you are all enjoying yourselves. Can NOT believe you did the cage dive. I'm sure the pics are out of this world. Looking forward to reading more stories soon. Miss you guys lots! |
| 9th March 2008 Nina Regina | Gorgeous! - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Chris you are such an amazing photographer. Can't wait to hear more about the trip -- I wish I could be back there with y'all!!! XOXOXO |
| 9th March 2008 Megan Smith | World travler - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Chris you never cease to amaze me... |
| 9th March 2008 the mother-in-law | - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Wish we were there to celebrate..... Chris, you are among fabulous folks |
| 9th March 2008 Bev | - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Hi Chris and Haley, All I can say is WOW!!!! Little did I know when you visited us in Egypt Chis as a teenager that you would develop such a passion for traveling. South Africa looks fantastic. I can't wait to hear more about it and see more pictures. Have a fabulous time and please come see me when you return. Love, Bev |
| 9th March 2008 Brit | Whoo Hoo! - From: OOHHH luuu-annnn-yah!!! SOUTH AFRICA Hi there!! So glad to finally see some pics and hear word of your trip. Looks fantastic. Cannot wait to hear stories. give all my love. |
| 8th March 2008 Mom | It was fun! - From: Just like when we were kids!! It was such fun with all of us getting together in a resort setting. It was just a few days of relaxing, and reconnecting with each other particularly now that you are all on your own as adults. Having the 3 generations vacation together was great for all. Thank you all for taking a few days off work and coming with us. Who is ready to do it again in a few years? |
| 3rd March 2008 Jason | Banana pic - From: Back to Puerto Rico Nice pic of the banana hammock!!! |
| 1st March 2008 Stephen Paul | memorias - From: Back to Puerto Rico I see Desecheo Island! I see El Toro Negro reserve! Ahh, Puerto Rico... nice pics! |
| 29th February 2008 Hails | So great! - From: Back to Puerto Rico This was such a fun trip. I'm ready to go back there again (After SA, that is ) xoxox Where to next ?!?! |
| 3rd February 2008 iliadandtheodyssey | amusing and informative blog :) - From: The Camel Trek (in 110 degree weather!) Chris, I found your blog purely by chance on Google.. very useful, and made me laugh :) Im going to Jaisalmer next week so im going to try squeezing in a camel trek, but only have 1 day, not sure its long enough to do a 'proper' one, but found your blog tips very useful. Keep posting, and happy travelling! |
| 28th December 2007 Ruth | - From: Nepal- Kathmandu - CAN YOU BELIEVE IT!! haha, i don't know how i came across this page but it reminded me of my time in Nepal, Thankyou! |
| 20th December 2007 alicia | hostel - From: Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro hey! what is the name of the hostel in the picture? is it mondo taitu? thanks! |
| 2nd June 2007 Patrick and Molly | missing the Yangshuo local beer... - From: Countryside Ramble It was great meeting up with you in Yangshuo. Enjoy the rest of your trip and look us up next time your in SF (or Phoenix until next may). pat and molly pdevinger@hotmail.com |
| 2nd June 2007 Norm | Norm pray for no Storm. - From: The Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Nepal I trying to convince my fiance' that this is such a great place for a honeymoon..... Great pics and insight. |
| 1st June 2007 PETERandANNICE | That's the Best - From: Countryside Ramble ya gotta love those unexpected moments that start defining your whole trip and your girl friend gets tired of hearing you tell the story over and over to friends ... I had some what of a frightening expereince on my arrival into Beijing two years ago when a taxi driver, lost at 11:30 pm dumps me off on a street corner. I ened up taking a rickshaw through back allies and I just knew I was going to be killed but it all worked out. |
| 1st June 2007 Sister | - From: Countryside Ramble Purse shopping to the next level...man! How did you all get invited to that? Hopefully you found something cute for me :) Your trip has flown by and I can't wait to see all of your pictures once you get home. How many of these will sell I wonder! |
| 1st June 2007 Bigblue | Not too bad - From: Countryside Ramble I just came back from Yangshuo in 28th May. It's a good place if you want to see China's rural scenery. |
| 1st June 2007 Dad | Birds of a Feather - From: Countryside Ramble Hi Chris and Haley -- glad things are going so well. Traveling the back roads of China takes a lot of guts. It is wonderful that everyone seems so friendly and helpful. The birds used for fishing that you have mentioned a couple of times are cormorants. They are common in the U.S. and Virginia, and are unique in that they will perch and hold their wings open to dry. In Asia the fisherman put a ring around their necks so they can catch a fish but can't swallow it. Have a safe trip home, and see you next week. |
| 1st June 2007 Bev VH (Chad's Mom) | My two favorite dumplings - From: Countryside Ramble Well if ever there were two dumplings it's you and Haley. I hope you are planning to write about a book about all your travels and how to survive on a shoestring budget when traveling through China and every other place that you've been. You should serioulsy think about opening up a travel agency at home or hire yourself out as a tour guide for the adventour types of travelers. Please bring Haley over when you get back!!! Have fun and stay safe!! Cheers, Bev |
| 31st May 2007 Melissa | Hey - From: The Land of Dumplings Looks incredible, so jealous, wish I was with yhou guys. Miss you and can't wait for you to get home. Be safe please |
| 31st May 2007 sophie lewis | - From: I'll take the fried dog please Funny stories and awesome photos. If you have time try rock climbing there, it was the best fun I had in Yangshuo!! |
| 31st May 2007 Kerri | - From: I'll take the fried dog please Hi guys. I just finished reading both your blogs and truly am amazed. Amazed at how you get around and find your way and explore so much in one day, and amazed at the beauty and diversity of the two places you have both been already. Can't wait until you return so I can see all of Hails' purchased!! Thumbs up to the tourist pose! See you both soon. |
| 31st May 2007 Daz | - From: The Land of Dumplings Hey Chris, always good to read ya travel stories, they always seem to make me laugh (wont mention the jealousy) still 7 months to go til my next little excursion :( Thailand first, then through Cambodia to vietnam before heading back to Oz for a wedding. Hope you guys enjoy the rest of your trip, stay safe and keep smiling :) |
| 30th May 2007 Flamingo | Pics - From: I'll take the fried dog please Your Pics are Beautiful, and so are you! |
| 30th May 2007 diksha | yangshuo - From: I'll take the fried dog please i went to yangshuo during easter n loved it but the weather was kinda misty which wasn't good for taking pics, yer pics r lovely |
| 29th May 2007 travellingmum | Love it - From: The Art of Haggling This is one of my favourite blogs. Well done. I shall have to remember these tips if I travel further afield than I have so far! There should be a area for blogs of this nature, that describe things like this as opposed to places. |
| 29th May 2007 Marie | Looks amazing - From: The Land of Dumplings Chris, your travel blog is wonderful and the pictures just too beautiful. I love the water lillies !! Look after yourselves and please invite me along on the next adventure. Although not sure I could keep up with the 2 of you. Love Marie |
| 29th May 2007 Margie | - From: I'll take the fried dog please So cool, Chris!! The landscape in Yangshuo looks like something out of Crouching Tiger. Great photos, hope to see more soon. (Do you have any photos of the raft trip? Sounds hilarious...) |
| 29th May 2007 Bristol2Bombay | Like Your Style - From: The Land of Dumplings Good Blog. Fresh as a Button. Particularly like the one liners. Made me laugh. Hope everything goes well for you! Am interested to hear how you find the great wall as I am in China myself and am umming and erring weather or not to go up there. |
| 28th May 2007 Bev Van Horn | Hey Gulliver!! - From: The Land of Dumplings I can't believe you're now in China. Chris, you never stop amazing me! I'm so thrilled you're able to travel around the world the way you do. Can't way to see more pictures and here all about your adventures. Have a fabulous time. Best to Haley. Cheers, Bev |
| 27th May 2007 Jeff | Nasty Feet - From: The Land of Dumplings I sure hope you gave your massage lady a pretty good tip, I'm not sure you could pay me enough to touch thoses dogs!!! I think I would just order the General Tso's everytime. |
| 27th May 2007 Lisa | China - From: The Land of Dumplings Do you guys have any language books at all?? Is anything around the "tourist places" have English as well so you kind of know what your looking at? Souvineir request: cool, Chinese t-shirt (if it fits Haley it fits me!). So glad you made it safe and sound, miss you both! |
| 27th May 2007 Dad | Way to Go! - From: The Land of Dumplings Hi Chris and Haley. Another great blog. Gives me a real sense of what it is like. Love your pictures. It is interesting that there are few Western tourist - I would have expected more. What is your hostel like? Are you sleeping on mats on the floor? I noticed that Haley is eating with chop sticks. How do the real Chinese restaurants differ from the Chinese restaurants in the US? Looking forward to reading more. Dad |
| 27th May 2007 funk | badass, man! - From: The Land of Dumplings Dude, that looks awesome! I hope to have one of your crazy travel adventures someday! |
| 16th February 2007 lusiana tuisau | never been to the yasawa island - From: BULA BULA ..The Kava ceremony iam a yasawan my dad is from waya island in the yasawas born in sydney i have yet to go to the yasawas only what ive seen in photos and on tv pretty slack i know but i really enjoyed reading your experiences in the island...ha ha ha ha i think thats great you really encourage me to go to the islands my next trip,,great reading i really felt like i was there...no power ! man i dont know about me but i must go !!! L8R |
| 30th December 2006 travelin' tracy | - From: Chichicastenango and Antigua Chris, I was just informed that you had a travel blog...I found out from some high school friends. Hopefully you will remember me from back then! Anyhow, if you want to figure out who I am, then check out my blog. . . alaskanadventures.blogspot.com It is good to see that someone else has the same wanderlust as I do! |
| 13th November 2006 jarek | fishtail - From: The Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Nepal hi this fishtail on your photos is annapurna south i think best wishes www.jarekdurbas.com |
| 7th November 2006 daddy $'s | oh snap - From: Chichicastenango and Antigua that trip looks like its da bomb diggidie, make a book. |
| 7th November 2006 Tobi (GER) | - From: Chichicastenango and Antigua Oh man I'm looking forward to some traveling again. Enjoy the time. catch up soon |
| 7th November 2006 Lisa | WOW - From: Chichicastenango and Antigua When you were talking about mom walking up early and just thinking, please tell me you know who that reminds of me...grandma! Can't wait to see you, have fun and stop buying blankets! |
| 6th November 2006 anonymous | Hope you enjoy your trip - From: Guatemala con mi Madre I was there, on Antigua, this weekend, but on Sunday drove back to El Salvador (where I currently live). Hope you enjoy your trip in my country. |
| 6th November 2006 anonymous | Smelly Socks - From: Guatemala con mi Madre Probably the nicest thing a friend has done for his mom. Nice job with the volcano Mrs. S. |
| 5th November 2006 Gunga | Ah yes, sweet Antigua - From: Guatemala con mi Madre I really enjoyed your blog having just spent 6 weeks in that area last Spring. I'd suggest you go back for Semana Santa next Spring. It is fabulous. You can check out my blog from that area under' gunga'. Happy traveling and bravo to your mom! |
| 5th November 2006 Anonymous | - From: Marrakesh - Snake Charmers, Couscous, and some new friends Really appreciate when I read that you both have dressed appropriately when in Morroco. Thank you for showing some kind of respect to the people. |
| 5th November 2006 Lisa | - From: Guatemala con mi Madre Sounds like you are having a great time! Feel free to buy me something in the market, it sounds amazing! |
| 5th November 2006 Hails | mwhaahah - From: Guatemala con mi Madre Read your hotel review and then read your mother's! xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo |
| 8th October 2006 Ali | Nice Themed Blog... - From: The Art of Haggling And so very true! |
| 7th October 2006 Kait | Very fun! - From: The Art of Haggling Fun and entertaining to read, and I picked up some useful pointers. I'm a fan of markets wherever I can find them, and am looking forward to exploring some in Brazil later this month. |
| 6th October 2006 Megan | Crazy Chris - From: From the High Atlas to the Sahara (and everythign in between) This looks like you guys are having nothing but fun--but that's to be expected!!! |
| 5th October 2006 Lauren | Jealousy - From: From the City to to Sahara and now the coast Im so jealous that you guys are off in a beautiful country and that I'm back here in DC studying for exams... Your blogs make me realize how much I want to travel once Im done with school. Im glad that you two are having so much fun and Im excited to see all the pic and hear all the stories once your back... |
| 5th October 2006 Jason | Fish Eye - From: From the City to to Sahara and now the coast I think i may have seen that fish eye before and shortly after someone got a fish hook.. Oh yeah it was a dirty bird!!!!! Layman--- |
| 5th October 2006 Alex & Kate | So Jealous (except for the pooping hole part) - From: From the High Atlas to the Sahara (and everythign in between) Okay, we've become completely addicted to your blog--checking it several times a day (yes--had a lot of free time lately). The pictures are AMAZING. Be warned: Next time you all go anywhere we're totally going to try to stow away in your luggage! |
| 4th October 2006 Kerri | WOW - From: From the High Atlas to the Sahara (and everythign in between) Hi guys! This is truly amazing. I've really enjoyed reading all your messages and stories. I know there is still so much to say but the small keyhole into your adventures is just wonderful. Enjoy the rest and can't wait to have you back in DC to hear all the other stories. Miss ya lots! Ke |
| 4th October 2006 Nats | I think I married a camel - From: From the High Atlas to the Sahara (and everythign in between) Sounds like you guys are having a ball!! Chris, your description of camels reminded me of the first time I described Freeman to my family!! |
| 4th October 2006 Darren (bald and English) | wow!! - From: From the High Atlas to the Sahara (and everythign in between) Dude, i always love your pictures, cant wait for the book release! hahaha Sleeping under the stars must have been truly amazing, i remeber doing that in the Aussie outback and the stars were unbelievable. Its was also strange how many wierd noises you hear when there is nothing around for miles?? good luck again Daz |
| 4th October 2006 Darren! | HEY! - From: Marrakesh - Snake Charmers, Couscous, and some new friends Hey Chris, long time no hear? I was wondering how and where you were, sounds like you're having a great time and im so jealous! Do they have beans on toast in Marrakesh? hahahaha Good luck and keep me informed and also.......When you heading to London for a beer? The sofa is always free mate :) Daz |
| 4th October 2006 malone | yo yo - From: From the High Atlas to the Sahara (and everythign in between) you got to get me one of those head wraps. |
| 2nd October 2006 Chris' Dad | Enjoy your Blogg - From: Marrakesh - Snake Charmers, Couscous, and some new friends Thank you for the blogg, Chris. It's fun being on the road again in spirit with your travels. You do have a way of getting to know the real deal about wherever you go. Sounds like Haley fits right in with your style of traveling -- say hi for me. I also had a chance to read some of the other comments that people sent regarding your former trip. They were great. Did you answer these people? Once you got back home, I stopped accessing the blogg. Had no idea that people all over the world read what you wrote and made comments. Maybe you should blogg about Washington, D.C., especially now that you are living in the district. Love, Dad |
| 1st October 2006 Marie | What a great experience - From: Marrakesh - Snake Charmers, Couscous, and some new friends We are so jealous of all that you are doing and seeing, will you take me there also Chris ??? Love Marie |
| 1st October 2006 Lisa | Wow - From: Marrakesh - Snake Charmers, Couscous, and some new friends Wow, Im so glad you two seem to be having such an amazing time. Those photos are awesome! Cant wait to hear all about it when I get home. Be safe and have a great time! Love you! Lisa |
| 30th August 2006 Winn | - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East Hey Chris, googling for bali (where I'm headed next week) when I chanced upon your blog. Lovely pix and funny commentary - I couldn't resist reading up further on ur other entries, so thought I'd drop a quick note to let you know - great job! Cheers to more travel! |
| 1st June 2006 anonymous | - From: Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro I'm going soon, where was the beach volleyball court?? shnelson@ucsd.edu |
| 27th May 2006 salina | nepal - From: The Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Nepal i love the mountains..and the natural views..i wish this country could be richer..but seems like a perfect place to hike and to enjoy natural beauty... |
| 10th February 2006 Bob Hogan | Pictures of Vang Vieng - From: Last stop in Laos (Vang Vieng) Nice pictures. I was in Vang Vieng in Feb 1967 when AID was building the road through there. Beautiful scenery then, as well as now. The little spring fed stream just north of town was crystal clear and cold as ice. Tiger tracks could be found in the sand at the stream. Your photos brought back some rather nice memories |
| 8th February 2006 Arvind | That is... if you want to see the rough side!!! - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" I did read your blog. It sure is an interesting read, but I must say that there is more to india than the picture you painted. Its a rapidly developing country and if you go to places like delhi and bangalore you will definitely see more than the westerner's image of a "cow, snake charmer and a sadhu sleeping on nails". But thats if you want to see the soft side... Coming from where you are .. i would recommend you to stick to the rough side to enjoy the absolute unadulterated india that we so love..... arvin.r@gmail.com |
| 26th January 2006 MeLIKE | i am glad - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East as a turkish i am very glad that you liked turkey, thx. |
| 29th December 2005 ... | - From: Singapore (briefly) it's budhha... and for gods sake!!! it's rude!!!! and you are supposed tuu rubb it like that and it will give you gd fortune... you are soo dumb!!! |
| 9th December 2005 Amber | - From: India (part 4) Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur Great Pictures! |
| 5th December 2005 anonymous | - From: A Day Late and a Buck Short you are greater tbe you know |
| 1st December 2005 diego | costa rica - From: Turrialba costa rica it is a lot of fun!! |
| 23rd November 2005 Jana | Love your pics! - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East You have some wonderful pictures and envy that you have been able to travel the world! I am hoping to do that someday, hopefully someday soon! |
| 5th November 2005 Rajesh | $60 for root canal - From: India (part 4) Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur Even $60 is a high price at a high end Dentist. Else, it costs just $20 - 30 at the most in India. And for heaven's sake, you dont have to doubt about the quality of treatment. They are as good as you would find any where. |
| 15th October 2005 suraj | lovely pics - From: Annapurna Base Camp (part 2) wow its really very nice picture .so hi there and thanx alot for taking such a nice pics from nepal im really happy that u did such a good job out there u tried to show the rest of the world wats in nepal ...im also nepali im a gurkhasoldier in British army and im proud of ur work it really helps people like me to memories our home land even staying far from such a beautiful paradise thanx alot chris...wish u all the best |
| 3rd October 2005 cambodian | cool blog - From: Undescribable Cambodia (well at least the Ankur area) been thinking about going to cambodia. cool to see the site. keep up the great work. |
| 29th September 2005 Nicole | Pictures - From: The Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Nepal Your pictures are great! I will be going a similiar trek in November. It was great to get a preview. |
| 15th September 2005 kali | How long did it take you to get to BDT - From: Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro Hi There, please email me kali@lightbeings.com I am going to CR in November and want to explore Bocas Del Toro too. How long does it take to get there from Puerto Viejo? I am wondering if we should drive or take a water taxi. Thanks for your help and blog! |
| 13th September 2005 Baggins | Oops forgot to leave my email - From: Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro rubixq@shaw.ca |
| 13th September 2005 Baggins | Great blog...Best one I have read so far - From: Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro Question: How much is it to rent surf boards down there? |
| 17th August 2005 aytida | gr8 work - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East it was a excellent peice of blogging and travelling. With slightly better planning you could have enjoyed india, may-june are the months in which even the locals in india do not prefer travelling in heat. Nov-dec are the best months to travel. And places like Goa and kerala are a must visit. ( Remm this whn u travel next) it was real fun reading ur blogs, do keep it posted whn do u plan ur next trip :) ciao |
| 16th August 2005 Haz | gr8 goin !! - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" hope you are enjoying every bit of butt pain :) go on face the wind :) |
| 9th August 2005 rabin | really great pics - From: Annapurna Base Camp (part 2) hi there and thanx alot for taking such a nice pics from nepal im really happy that u did such a good job out there u tried to show the rest of the world wats in nepal ...im also nepali im a gurkhasoldier in British army and im proud of ur work it really helps people like me to memories our home land even staying far from such a beautiful paradise thanx alot chris...wish u all the best |
| 6th July 2005 Ramesh | HA HA HA ! - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" Man, that is THE MOST hilarious description of a travellor I have ever read.. OHMY the BUS DRIVER and TRAVOLTA connection..LOL..! but hey I am an Indian..and I travelled and experienced everything what you said.. but yeah loved it travelling like a free-lancer and unplanned traveller..! great job man.. ! :) |
| 1st July 2005 niño de Chino | - From: BULA BULA!!! really nice place . Woww......... totally a dreamland . plus you are very hot. The photos are so nice . email: water_drunk@hotmail.com |
| 29th June 2005 creativecoco | another fellow travel returning home - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East Hey just wanted to say that your photos are beautiful! I was just checking out other people's travel blogs and yours caught my eye. Hope you had a good trip, I know I did, just got back last night. Can't wait to be off on another adventure again soon! |
| 23rd June 2005 Jennie | yeeeeeah! - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East Chris, I love you and I'mm so happy you are home. :0) I'll miss the blogs, but I'd rather have you home anyday!!!! |
| 20th June 2005 Liz | keep on keepin on - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East Hey! So, I am glad you made it through your travels safely. I am bummed that I won't have more travels to read, but thanks for taking us all along this time. |
| 20th June 2005 ;-) | - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East Hi Chris, the football match seems to be wild...there must be great atmosphere...I wish to stay in Istanbul longer :-) ***Jana*** |
| 17th June 2005 Sarah | wow - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East So I've been reading your blogs for ahwile and have found myself rather addicted by your travel stories. Looked like a blast- I'm going to have to find something new to occupy my time |
| 16th June 2005 Chris | same India - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" After reading your blog on Varanasi I'm happy to know that after 25 years it is the same India in the most essential ways. I'm going back this year and taking someone with me. You echo my sentiments from my first trip. It is a hard place to be but so worth being there. |
| 13th June 2005 anonymous | You Better - From: Bye bye India hello Middle East You better have been rooting for greece! Good thing it was a draw!!!!! - E.D. |
| 31st May 2005 anonymous | How many legs? - From: The Camel Trek (in 110 degree weather!) Hey Chris -- Count the legs of the camel in the picture of the boy leading the camel... it doesn't quite add up. Either that's one special camel or there is another camel behind it, hidden almost completely! Good luck with the Dentist (I hate dentists...). - Brian S - Brian (S) |
| 31st May 2005 anonymous | drinking temp - From: The Camel Trek (in 110 degree weather!) My girl (from malaysia) tells me that its better to drink warm/hot water is better in desert like temps. The reason why is because it takes your body less engery to process the water. The same is true for very cold water. People who are trying to lose weight should drink only very cold water because it takes your body more energy (and heat) to process the water. Great pics chris, Ill send you more info about Istanbul turkey in a little bit. peace - Timmy |
| 30th May 2005 Jennie | lovin the camels - From: The Camel Trek (in 110 degree weather!) Chris, that camel with the bird is so cute. These are some of my favorite pictures yet. I didn't realize how cute camels were :) ~Jen |
| 30th May 2005 Stephan and Klaudia | The bloggers you met in Varanasi - From: The Camel Trek (in 110 degree weather!) Glad you somehow enjoyed Rajasthan despite your health problems. We have read all your blogs and found a lot of similarities to our own experiences. We are now in Nepal and will be in Tibet soon. I must say that being in Pokara after India is like being in Paradise (very similar to some Austrian lake resorts) Have fun and take care Stephan and Klaudia |
| 29th May 2005 anonymous | Hi Schwalm! - From: The Camel Trek (in 110 degree weather!) Glad you had fun on the camel, sounds interesting to say the least. Good luck with the tooth, I will be thinking of ya! Happy Memorial Day.....Keri - Keri Roberts |
| 29th May 2005 Jennie | hahaha nathaniel... - From: India (part 4) Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur N- you totally made me laugh out loud hahahahaha. |
| 29th May 2005 anonymous | Camel Toes - From: The Camel Trek (in 110 degree weather!) Chris, glad your tooth is better. Jennie had me worried there for a while. Nice camel toe comment. I'm sure that one won't go unnoticed! Wish you had gotten a picture of a camel spitting! - Brian |
| 27th May 2005 anonymous | Schwalmieeeeeeeeeee! - From: India (part 4) Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur Sorry to hear about the tooth, 60$ sounds a little sketchy, I doubt novacain comes in the package either so you know what that means... better find a nice happy hour before your appointment. P.S. I agree with Jen, eat some, your starting to look like Jeff... haha - Nathaniel |
| 26th May 2005 anonymous | thanks - From: India (part 4) Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur Hey. I've been reading your blog for a couple of weeks now. And I enjoy hearing about your adventures. You inspire me (to travel more). I hope all goes well with the tooth stuff. Root canals suck. - Liz |
| 26th May 2005 Jennie | Eat more - From: India (part 4) Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur CHris- EAT SOMETHING! you're fading away..... That town is so beautiful, I hope you took lots of pictures- we can do lots with the colors. This last month seems to be dragging.... xo, Jen |
| 26th May 2005 anonymous | Co-Workers - From: India (part 4) Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur Chris, You know how the Software Engineering departments are around this area. I work with nothing but individuals from India. I have 5 guys in my office now looking at your Blog amazed by your pictures and clear cut descriptions of the country. You are now officially a SUPERSTAR! - E.D. |
| 24th May 2005 anonymous | - From: India (part 3) Agra - Home of the Taj Mahal Chris- Glad to hear that your tooth seems to be better. I'm mom's date for Mark's wedding so we all can have a good time. Come home safely, loving all of these great pictures you keep taking! -Lisa |
| 19th May 2005 anonymous | Brooooo!! - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" Sounds like India is a rough place! Make sure you take care of yourself, they are ruthless. Be sure to rock shoes not flip flops! I wouldn't want you to step in any poo, especially human poo! YUMMY! E.D. - E.D. |
| 19th May 2005 Jennie | I miss you!!! - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" Chris, I hope your tooth gets better so you can enjoy India. I can't wait for July! I'm missing you, fooooool. xoxoxoxo, love, Jen (thanks for the shout out) |
| 18th May 2005 anonymous | Loving the view!! - From: Annapurna Base Camp (part 2) Chris, Your pictures just blow me away. I can't wait to see more and hear all about Nepal when you're home. Lokking forward to hearing about India. - Bev |
| 17th May 2005 anonymous | comment - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" great pics! enjoyed your nepali entries. glad to hear the maoists aren't out and about. i was in nepal during oct-nov and heard some stories that kept me away from annapurna. well not really... just tired from walking so much elsewhere. couldn't face eating more "fryed rice or noodes with vegitabes" and watered down tea :) happy trails... - 6_months_off |
| 17th May 2005 anonymous | Right On! - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" Right on Chris! Way to call us out for the lack of comments. We're all sitting over here in our cushy seats and on our cushy couches, "working" all day, and we're too "busy" to put in a few words for a loved one 1/2 way around the world (And I've Probably been more guilty than anyone). I totally agree! Great Blog - great commentary on the struggles & wonders of travelling, and really interesting picture of the most holy place in India. Keep it up dude - I know I'm living vicariously through you. And I'm getting lots of good ideas about where to go when I can pick up and just go :). - Brian |
| 17th May 2005 anonymous | first comment - From: India (Varanasi) - The "Real Deal" i really didnt know i could comment, sorry chris. Wow, sounds like your butt is hurting. Sitting on the local bus for 23 hours... dear god! that must have been rough. And now that your sick your bumm must be hurting AGAIN! :( drink lots of water man. Your body is probaby dehydrated for sure. So great blog man. i could here you talking as i was reading. laughed a couple of times for sure! :) haha well man we all miss you back in the states so get better, do your thing and get your ass home in time to come up to dewey with me this summer. - Timmy |
| 17th May 2005 anonymous | cankles - From: The Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Nepal Hey Chris... Cankles are hot... hope the swelling doesn't go down by June. lol. - Jennifer Whitney |
| 14th May 2005 anonymous | - From: Annapurna Base Camp (part 2) Wow, those pictures are amazing Chris! I can't wait to take and blow some of them up to decorate my room in my house next year. My favorite on was the sunrise at the base camp. The sun rays coming up are brillant! Miss you, come home safe! -your little sis - Lisa |
| 10th May 2005 anonymous | Nepal - From: Nepal- Kathmandu - CAN YOU BELIEVE IT!! WOW! I heard a lot about MOMO's and my friends from Nepal can never stop talking about them! Dude just take a picture and post it...! Nepalese people are simple, friendly and plain. I love Nepal. HAVE A SAFE TRIP - C.K. |
| 4th May 2005 anonymous | ... - From: Hello Paradise i'm sorry you thought san juan del sur was disappointing. that is my town where i live when im down there and i absolutely love it. some of the best people you will ever meet live right there in that itty bitty little town. i know the owner over at majagual... very good guy. - Natalie |
| 29th April 2005 anonymous | Food - From: Nepal- Kathmandu - CAN YOU BELIEVE IT!! Chris, if you are going to talk about how great a dish of food is, I MUST see a picture of it. I really want to see pictures of all this grub you are eating! How else will we be able to explain to you that you were actually eating sewer rat and dog meat :) - Brian |
| 26th April 2005 anonymous | Nice - From: Aww... New Zealand Nice Penis! LOL! That is great! - E.D. |
| 20th April 2005 Jennie | :) - From: The Slow Boat to Laos As Always your pictures are amazing! They also evoke many feelings... worry (omg please be careful!) , excitement (I know you are having so much fun!), awe (so many beautiful pictures), laughter (that lady massaging your feet is HILARIOUS), and envy- I wish I was there!!!! |
| 19th April 2005 anonymous | Laos - From: The Slow Boat to Laos Chris, the only way someone would touch your feet is if you paid them big bucks! I'm glad you were able to take that boat ride. Reminds us of a riverboat going down the Mississippi during Mark Twain's time and how all the townspeople would come out to wave. Enjoy your time, be safe and know that we love you! - Mom |
| 19th April 2005 anonymous | As if your chilli is'nt bad enough.....haha - From: Chang Mai and the Thai New Year celebration j/k... You would take some cooking classes, If I could think of a famous cook I would compare you to him right now.. but I got nothin. I wanna taste some mean wasabi when you get back, or is that just Japanees? p.s j/k about the chilli.. it's dam good! - Nathaniel |
| 18th April 2005 Jennie | cooking - From: Chang Mai and the Thai New Year celebration Jason, I'm sure the Schwalms and I can save you some leftovers or something. :) |
| 17th April 2005 anonymous | Water Fight - From: Chang Mai and the Thai New Year celebration Man if i were you i would have only filled one bucket and walked around dunking people's heads into my bucket..hahaha That would save water and people would know you were a serious water fighter.. Well get that recipe book ready, we will all be awaiting your cooking lessons.. Jason - Jason |
| 17th April 2005 anonymous | Water Fight! - From: Chang Mai and the Thai New Year celebration I can why you would enjoy a good old fashioned water fight. Did you buy one of those big super soakers to use? I wouldn't like sleeping on a bus and being woken up with water thrown in my face. We are eagerly awaiting a traditional Thai meal prepared by Chef Schwalmie when you return. Keep safe! - Mom |
| 12th April 2005 Jennie | Holla! - From: Undescribable Cambodia (well at least the Ankur area) Hey Chris, I love the picture of you big amazon white american, at the dance :) That's great! |
| 5th April 2005 Jennie | love the quote - From: Bangkok (part1) Schwalmie Senior- I love that quote! Sounds like Chris to me.... :) ~Jen |
| 4th April 2005 anonymous | Interesting quote on the purpose of life - From: Bangkok (part1) "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming -- "WOW--What a Ride"! - Dad |
| 1st April 2005 anonymous | - From: A Tiny taste of Malaysia HI, Stranger...Beautiful pictures...I know you're having an amazing time... Hope you're doing well... - Gilda |
| 1st April 2005 Jennie | EW! - From: Bangkok (part1) Did you eat any of those bugs? I hope so or I will be let down Chris... when in Rome... remember? I really like the shaggy big hair. :) The strip kinda reminds me of vegas. Looks like Fun. But I bet JAPAN will be better. I hear Reston is really fun too. When will you be visiting that rockin' town? ~Jen |
| 24th March 2005 anonymous | Malaysia - From: A Tiny taste of Malaysia Chris, Sounds like you did a great job KL with the hustlers. Little did they know who they were dealing with. Can't wait to hear all about the big world known party in Thailand. Glad that you are enjoying yourself. This will be the only time in your life that you'll get to travel like this, at your own pace, seeing what you want to see and when you want to see it. I am glad that you are taking full advantage of all of it. Do it all! - Mom and Dad |
| 24th March 2005 anonymous | Hi - From: A Tiny taste of Malaysia Geez Chris, you're involved in some bad activity over there. Glad you're having fun and experiencing fun things just be careful, I want you to come back safe! Going home for Easter this weeekend, we'll be missing you for sure! Love you, Lisa - Lisa |
| 23rd March 2005 anonymous | It's good to know both of your kidneys are still intact. - From: A Tiny taste of Malaysia Hmmn. Sorry if this is a private joke. - Jon |
| 21st March 2005 Jennie | teammate - From: Bali (Kuta, Nusa Lembongan, Ubud) Chris, you are the best teammate ever. Keep taking the beautiful flower pictures. I named the last one after you. www.jenwhitney.com Thanks for spreading the link throughout the world lol! I love you and I miss you and I think you should spend lots of money and come home in July for good. xoxoxo, Jen |
| 12th March 2005 anonymous | bogart thre buddah - From: Singapore (briefly) you better watch out rubbing the buddahs belly like that. he might cast a spell on you. sorry i missed your call. cant wait to see when you get to india. - bitch you know my name |
| 11th March 2005 anonymous | - From: G'Day Mate (Sydney Australia) "If you order a meat lover pizza, it comes with BBQ sauce instead of the normal tomato sauce (eww). Also, a large pizza (dominoes) here is the same size as a small pizza at home…I could not believe it!)" I cant believe Americans are so fat. SUPERSIZE ME. |
| 11th March 2005 anonymous | - From: G'Day Mate (Sydney Australia) Is there a problem with the large pizza size in Oz being 'small' by American standards? I think Americans may notice that most things in most other countries are 'small' eg: food servings, average weight of the population, etc.. - Robi |
| 10th March 2005 anonymous | Hey Chris - From: Good Bye New Zealand (it has been good) Missed you by (-) that much. I was sending you an email at almost exactly the same timew you were checking my room. Great connecting with you on your journey. Perhaps our roads will cross again. Keep up the excellent photos. There may be a future in that for you as well. - Jon |
| 10th March 2005 anonymous | Missed you by (-) that much!!! - From: Good Bye New Zealand (it has been good) I was sending you an email two doors down while you were leaving your message. Sorry Harley and I missed ya. Peace. - Jon S |
| 8th March 2005 anonymous | - From: Good Bye New Zealand (it has been good) Hi Chris, London was great, we're in Scotland now, so far so great! Loving the pubs and the beer! Jen, just you wait till I get back to school, you just might have your Blog! Love you Chris! Lisa - Lisa |
| 7th March 2005 Jennie | cool! - From: Good Bye New Zealand (it has been good) Chris- your pics are so amazing... you just might get some space at the Whitney and Schwalm booth at the craft fair! Shout back at ya- Jen P.S. Lisa- I'm looking forward to your travel blog! |
| 7th March 2005 anonymous | - From: Good Bye New Zealand (it has been good) Chris, Once again your photos continually amaze me. They really capture New Zealand. Good lyck as you travel to Asia. Just keep your spirits up and "what will be, will be" - Mom |
| 2nd March 2005 anonymous | Hey! - From: Aww... New Zealand Hey Chris, those pictures are amazing, I can't believe that you're there. Sounds like Tobias is a great guy and I'm really glad that worked out for you because I know you were a little hesitant about sticking with someone for two weeks. Miss you back here but I'll be in London and Scotland in a few days!!!! Can't wait to post my pictures for you, haha. Love you! Lisa - Lisa |
| 28th February 2005 anonymous | amazing synonyms - From: Hol-Le-Lu-Yah NEW ZEALAND anomalous arresting astonishing astounding awe-inspiring awesome bang-up bewildering breathtaking conspicuous cool curious daring dazzling dilly doozie dramatic electrifying emotional exaggerated exceptional excessive exciting extraordinary extravagant eye-catching fab fabulous fantasmo fantastic far out fictitious first class freakish glorious gnarly grand great greatest groovy hair-raising heart-stirring heavy histrionic immense impressive in spades inconceivable incredible inexplicable juicy legendary livid lurid magical magnificent marked marvelous mind-blowing miraculous monstrous moving noticeable numinous off-color out-of-this-world outrageous outstanding overwhelming peachy phenomenal piquant pointed preternatural primo prodigious prominent rad rare razzle-dazzle remarkable revealing salient scandalous sensational sensationalistic shocking singular special spectacular spine-tingling splendid staggering startling stimulating strange striking stunning stupefying stupendous sultry super superb superhuman superior supermundane supernatural surprising terrific thaumaturgic the utmost theatrical thrilling too much top drawer tops unbelievable uncommon unearthly unheard-of unimaginable unique unprecedented unreal unthinkable unusual unwonted utmost wicked wonderful wonderworking wondrous zero cool - Teresa |
| 23rd February 2005 anonymous | where will you be April 2-10? - From: NEW ZEALAND (finally) Schwalm- Where are you going to be between April 2-10. Chris and I will be in a few different places in the Caribbean so maybe we could meet you somewhere? Let me know what you might think. Miss you! Keri - Keri Roberts |
| 22nd February 2005 anonymous | Road Trip - From: NEW ZEALAND (finally) Man, you can't have a road trip without your boys. I mean if there is no Bauer there is no one to use 30 minutes on my video recorder of the sunset..Bauer..gotta love that guy.. Anyways did you get up with Glen or no??? - Jason |
| 22nd February 2005 Jennie | store - From: NEW ZEALAND (finally) That store reminds me of the one at virginia beach where you couldn't walk through the isles and that lady chased me around with a prom dress. ~Jw |
| 22nd February 2005 Jennie | Asfaloth? - From: NEW ZEALAND (finally) Asfaloth is my guess. Chris, I love the record picture- very nice! ~Jen |
| 14th February 2005 Jennie | message to jaaaason... - From: G'Day Mate (Sydney Australia) back of bia! ;) |
| 14th February 2005 anonymous | Valentine - From: G'Day Mate (Sydney Australia) Will you be my valentine???hahaha Miss ya man Jason - Jason |
| 14th February 2005 Jennie | Christoepher- - From: G'Day Mate (Sydney Australia) I love the new pics. Happy Valentines day! ~Jen |
| 14th February 2005 anonymous | Test - From: G'Day Mate (Sydney Australia) Test - Chad |
| 11th February 2005 Jennie | Big Island - From: Humuhumunukunukuapua'a Chris, you basically summed it up great. Jeff and Amber were the best hosts and they showed us a great time... making the big Island my favorite Island. (Thanks so much if you guys get to read Chris' blog) the hot lava, and swimming with the turtles are memories I will never forget! ~jen |
| 11th February 2005 Jennie | pictures - From: Humuhumunukunukuapua'a Apparantly you missed the last blog. There are pictures on there from Hawaii. |
| 10th February 2005 anonymous | - From: BULA BULA ..The Kava ceremony I love the quotes - keep em comin - Betsy |
| 10th February 2005 anonymous | - From: BULA BULA ..The Kava ceremony SOunds like you are having an amazing experience do far in your short time of traveling. Just hink if all the world were as freindly as those people. Australia shoudl be amazing. Be safe. - Mark |
| 5th February 2005 anonymous | not a single picture? - From: Humuhumunukunukuapua'a You go to Hawaii and didn't include one single picture with that entry? Can't wait to hear about Fiji, I hear that the bugs are HUGE there. Chris and I are off to San Juan, St. Thomas, Dominica, Barbados and Aruba in 8 weeks, we can't wait! I'm ready to get out of the cold midwest because I have bronchitis (again). We love ya Schwalmie!! ....Keri Roberts - Keri Roberts |
| 31st January 2005 Jennie | correction - From: Oahu, Hawaii (part 1) sorry- it took us two hours to get to North Shore- and the waves there were 30-40 feet. |
| 29th January 2005 Jennie | more comments... - From: Oahu, Hawaii (part 1) The shadow shot is of us on green (olivine) sand beach. Don't be fooled the bird sunshine bit chris after this shot- the bird, Sunshine, is in love with Jeff and he knows the difference! Chris and I got to ride the local bus a lot - took two hours to get to the big island but the waves got up to 30-40 feet when we were there! Also we ate at good ol' famous Pizza Bobs! Another highlight was the amazing half price sushi... you should have see the look of pure joy when chris found out they also had karaoke at the half price fancy sushi place. It was probably the most excited I've seen him! hahaha! Oh and he also left out the Aloha Stadium Flea market... Chris loves to shop for tshirts. :) |
| 29th January 2005 Jennie | SunShine - From: Oahu, Hawaii (part 1) The bird's name is Sunshine, not rainbow lol. |
| 8th January 2005 anonymous | Deep Blue Scuba Diving - From: Scuba diving and christmas Scuba Diving Info Portal - Australia Scuba Diving, Thailand Scuba Diving, Scuba Diving, Scuba Diving Vacation Scuba Diving All Scuba Diving Informations you need! - Uwe |
| 3rd January 2005 Jennie | treehuggers - From: San Marcos (lago atilian) or something like that Grrrrr... Don't mock the treehuggers Chris! |
| 1st January 2005 anonymous | Did you meet Max at Majagual? - From: Hello Paradise My brother was camped there and purchased a house near the Ecolodge - Max's bro |
| 31st December 2004 anonymous | hey Schwalm! - From: The best city in central america Schwalm- I have to say it again, you are taking some of the most beautiful pictures. Obviously you are much better with your digital camera than I am. All my pictures are blurry so I just let Chris take them all! Happy New Years and be safe my dear. The Roberts in Ohio miss you!!!!! - Keri Roberts |
| 30th December 2004 anonymous | - From: The best city in central america I love your pictures, the really colorful ones. they are breathtaking. The old lady and the one of the kids were great. Boy, that must have been scary about what happened in the town with all the shooting. Glad you weren't there then. Keep blogging...we all love it! - Mom, again |
| 30th December 2004 anonymous | Pics - From: The best city in central america I love the colorful market pictures, particularly the blanket one. Remember, if you can, I'd love some of the woven cloth, purses, etc. Can't wait to see more and hear about your experience in this new locale. - Mom |
| 30th December 2004 anonymous | Merry Belated Christmas and Happy New Year - From: Merry Christmas Not only was I good at Nintendo games, but I destroyed you in ALL SPORTS. Owned you in basketball, crushed you in football, hit homeruns in baseball and then High School came and you beat me every once in a while (J/J). Schwalm was a much better athelete in high school. - Chad Van Horn |
| 30th December 2004 anonymous | Remember Cancun - From: Pickpockets, Crooked Cops, and Huge cockroaches Remember Chris, the cops are can be just as crooked as the pick pockets. Paying $50 for not going to jail just because I pissed in the streets is a rip off. - Chad Van Horn |
| 27th December 2004 Jennie | christmas - From: Scuba diving and christmas Chris it was nice to hear from you over christmas. ~Jen |
| 27th December 2004 anonymous | You handled that day well Chris...(pickpocket/crooked cops) - From: Pickpockets, Crooked Cops, and Huge cockroaches My goodness, you sure did have a busy day. Please keep the embassy in mind in times like that. Do you need phone numbers or anything? I am in south carolina now... I can't get to my actual e-mail accounts (bad servers back at work) so if you need something, say so in one of your logs and I will get it to you asap this way, take care, Em - Em |
| 27th December 2004 anonymous | dive tables - From: Scuba diving and christmas Hey Chris, I have a longer e-mail for you... but I can't confirm it b/c my e-mail website is down, who knows why, so it won't get to you until I can get to my e-mail account. Anyway, PLEASE DIVE ACCORDING TO YOUR DIVE TABLES and grab some sudafed (read the ingredients carefully) if you can take it... get well soon. Watch the WEATHER, there can certainly be effects of the earthquake in India all around the world. A tsunami is extremely powerful and silent... listen to NOAA radio or something like it for world weather; I have heard there were warnings for Thailand however there was NO early warning system to get the warning to the people. Use you 6th sense... remember how dangerous an undertoe can be-multiply it over and over. Be safe and take care, Em - Emily |
| 25th December 2004 anonymous | Merry Christmas - From: Merry Christmas Chris....Merry Christmas. We are here in Ohio visiting Keri and Chris and having a great time. Madison says "hi". This travel blog has been very funny to read. I have been cracking up. HAVE A BLAST!!! - Melissa |
| 24th December 2004 anonymous | Merry Christmas - From: Merry Christmas Well wish i could give ya a call and tell you this, but since you don't have a phone this will have to do..Oh and about your middle school days, it could also be the person who has Dr. Dre and Snoop Dog..hahah Merry Christmas man. Miss ya and Love ya(not in a gay way) you know what i mean.. Jason - Jason |
| 24th December 2004 anonymous | Merry Christmas - From: Merry Christmas hey chris-just wanted to wish you a merry christmas and let you know we are thinking of you...we are in columbus right now...spending christmas with erika,...who is the other couple in columbus that left comments?!?! take care...ho ho ho...nathaniel and erika - Erika and Nathaniel |
| 24th December 2004 anonymous | Merry Christmas!! - From: Merry Christmas Merry Christmas Schwalm from The Roberts (Chris & Keri and our doggies Harley & Tyson) here in Columbus, Ohio. - Keri Roberts |
| 24th December 2004 anonymous | - From: Merry Christmas Chris, We want to wish you Feliz Navidad and Merry Christmas. We think of you so far away and not with any family. We hope that you and your fellow travlers will make this a memorable Christmas as you travel through the world. Please know that we love you and wish you health and safety throughout your travels. Love, Mom and Dad - Mom |
| 23rd December 2004 anonymous | Dang Fool - From: Pickpockets, Crooked Cops, and Huge cockroaches I would have beat that little kid like it was my job and then stole his wallet!! About the cops, just pretend like you don't understand and start walking away saying no se and lo siento (sorry). Remember that worked in Cancun.. Jason - Jason |
| 23rd December 2004 anonymous | Oh Schwalmie!!! - From: Pickpockets, Crooked Cops, and Huge cockroaches Hi Schwalm, it's Keri Roberts (formerly Keri Brinkman, and yes, I am still trying to get used to the married name too!) Your trip sounds fantatstic and the pictures are amazing. Start sending these journals to me. I miss you, be safe, have a blast and have a Merry Christmas. There's a foot of snow on the ground here in Ohio where I live so you are better off than me for sure! Love ya....Keri - Keri Roberts |
| 23rd December 2004 anonymous | Jeesh! - From: Pickpockets, Crooked Cops, and Huge cockroaches Chris, you must have a guardian angel. Next time a kid tries to pickpocket you, beat the snot out of him in front of everyone. Word will travel and you will be more respected on the streets. Same goes for the crooked cops. I've heard about the police down there. I have a great trick if they try that extortion again. When they ask you for money.... just start laughing really loudly with buggy eyes and PEE yourself. Guaranteed that they will give your wallet back and leave you alone. - Brian |
| 15th December 2004 Jennie | snow - From: Hello Paradise what are the odds of you getting a white christmas down there on that exotic beach with no traffic or malls? :) |
| 13th December 2004 anonymous | GIG'EM Chris - From: San Jose to La Fortuna Schwalm I know you used your aggie saying with the guy from Texas right? I am not counting or anything but you will be home in less than a month! Cant wait to see you. ADIOS! Gringo! Mark - Mark |
| 12th December 2004 Jennie | Jersey - From: San Jose to La Fortuna Nathaniel- make a travel blog of your journey to New Jersey. One should not travel to such exotic places without makeing a blog of it. ~Jen |
| 11th December 2004 anonymous | Surfing - From: Surfing Chris, you are crazy! Brian |
| 11th December 2004 Jennie | confetti - From: San Jose to La Fortuna nice pics Chris! btw if you sign up for this free site you can make comments without chris having to approve them :) |
| 11th December 2004 anonymous | yea well..... - From: San Jose to La Fortuna Yea well, I'm going to New Jersey. Thats right New Freaking Jersey, take that Costa Rica, with all your waterfalls, volcanoes and colorfull little frogs. Just remember one thing, you may have sunshine and rainforests, but I have the New Jersey Turnpike baby.. booya haha.... the not jelous at all, Nathaniel |
| 10th December 2004 anonymous | confetti - From: San Jose to La Fortuna chris-i think the word you are looking for is confetti....that new adam sandler movie "spanglish" comes out this weekend, you'll be able to understand everything perfectly by the time you get back!-Erika |
| 8th December 2004 Jennie | surfin' - From: Surfing Are you trying to freak us all out here? be careful! you could always surf with a helmit and lifejacket. I hear it's the new look... ~jen |
| 8th December 2004 anonymous | Hey Gullive..Ooops I mean Chris - From: It really is a jungle!!! I so wish I had done this when I was young. I think we created a travel monster when you came to visit us in Egypt. Can't wait to read more of your adventures! Stay safe! Love, Bev VH |
| 8th December 2004 anonymous | come in Dirty bird........ - From: Surfing Hey there Chris. Glad to hear everything is going well over there. Just a little local news for you .... William and Mary will be playing JMU in the semi-finals of the football playoffs. Just thought you would want to know. other then that nothing much going on, Question: Are you renting boards down there or borrowing? and what size is the board? _nathaniel |
| 1st December 2004 anonymous | Bike - From: Turrialba Chris, Yuri here. If you get down to Puerto Viejo, and you should, get a bike down there and ride it to punta uva (grape point). You can rent bikes downtown. It's about a half hour ride, you can do it barefoot. And bring snorkle stuff. Probably my favorite spot in Costa Rica. Great to hear how much fun your having. Enjoy. YH |
| 1st December 2004 anonymous | jealous - From: It really is a jungle!!! okay, chris you have only been gone not even a week and i am already turning green with envy....you are so lucky and i'm so glad you are having such a good time....really looking forward to seeing more pictures !!--Erika |
| 1st December 2004 Jennie | I love rapids - From: Turrialba Hey I just don't like ONE rapid in particular. The one that almost killed me, took off a chunk of April's leg and drank all our beer. GET A HELMIT! ~Jen |
| 1st December 2004 anonymous | Hey dirty bird..... - From: It really is a jungle!!! just one question..... your from Sterling VA and you don't know one lick of Spanish? -Nathaniel |
| 1st December 2004 anonymous | haha...... dirty bird - From: So it begins... I'm gonna have to go with Jason on this one.... Dirty Bird all the way. Sounds a bit fishy about those kayakers though, I think I saw this plot in a horror movie once..... or was that a porn? haha j/k have fun man.- nathaniel |
| 1st December 2004 anonymous | haha...... dirty bird - From: So it begins... I'm gonna have to go with Jason on this one.... Dirty Bird all the way. Sounds a bit fishy about those kayakers though, I think I saw this plot in a horror movie once..... or was that a porn? haha j/k have fun man. |
| 29th November 2004 anonymous | Hi from Mom - From: It really is a jungle!!! Hi Chris, Dad and I love reading about your adventures and observations. We are living vicariously through your travels. Keep posting. Love, Mom and Dad |
| 29th November 2004 Jennie | nast. - From: It really is a jungle!!! Boys, that's just nasty. I do like dirty bird. I mean you are, after all, wearing only one pair of undies. xo -Jen Bird ps. I love postcards. |
| 29th November 2004 anonymous | Hi Chris, its Lisa - From: It really is a jungle!!! Hey big brother! It's great to hear that you're having a good time and already picking up on local customs (siestas). Hope you meet some more locals at the beach and had a great time white water rafting! I miss you!! |
| 29th November 2004 anonymous | Trail Name - From: So it begins... How about "chin nut bird" or maybe even "Dirty bird" kaawwwkkkkk Jason |
| 29th November 2004 anonymous | TURD BIRD - From: So it begins... Hey Chris. That is so exciting. Glad you made it safe. |
| 27th November 2004 anonymous | - From: So it begins... Glad that you arrived safe and sound. Get a cheap watch, amybe you'll find one that someone is selling on the street, under his jacket! Have fun rafting! |
| 27th November 2004 Jennie | J Bird - From: So it begins... Chris - it was JBird. How about BiaBia Bird. Toe Bird? |
| 22nd November 2004 Jennie | I love - From: Testing Travel Log POSTCARDS |
