A few years ago, I lived in Europe. This meant that I traveled often to multiple countries. Now that I live in the United States, country-hopping is a little bit more difficult.

But recently, I’ve been dreaming of exploring Southeast Asia. Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos…

Have you been?

Dreaming of Southeast Asia

Exploring the world puts me in mind of this song. The world is an amazing and heartbreaking place, and I’m so curious about all of it. We are each the protagonist of our own stories, whether we get a history page or disappear into the margins.

Hanoi, Vietnam

I would lovvvvve to visit the Temple of Literature. I’m sure you all don’t realize that I love books and learning, but I do. And since I do, I would totally love to visit this temple!

Chiang Mai, Thailand

For some reason, this country has captured my imagination for the past few years. Maybe it’s the Americanized flavors of peanut thai…or maybe it’s something more. But, did you know that Thailand celebrates Loi Krathong Festival each year with a release of lanterns??? That sounds like pure magic to me.

Anyone else picturing Tangled?

Siem Reap, Cambodia

And from Siem Reap, let’s go to Angkor Wat. The largest temple complex in the world, Angkor Wat is a place where imagination runs free. It’s so other than anything I’ve ever seen in photos. And maybe it won’t live up to my imaginings, but it looks stunning.

Vang Vieng, Laos

Often forgotten, Laos offers all sorts of beauty from a boat ride down its Mekong River to a Hot Air Balloon ride in Vang Vieng. It’s landlocked, but it’s found ways to make itself attractive to travelers.

 

If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go?