Travel Tips – Adventures with Wen – Chronicles of a Spirited Traveler

108 Stupas, Punakha Dzong, The Divine Madman and the Chhimi Lhakhang Fertility Temple

ByWen May 2, 2023September 12, 2023

On your way from Thimphu to Punakha, head to Kuenselphodrang Nature Park where you will see the world’s tallest (169 feet) Buddha statue. Made of bronze, the Buddha Dordenma, Vajra Throne Buddha sits high on the hill, is visible from the valley, and contains a monastery inside. It has taken 10 years to build and…

Adventures with Wen | Asia | spiritual adventures | Thailand | Travel Tips

Rooted

ByWen March 29, 2023September 11, 2023

The Mekong is the world’s 15th longest river, originating in Tibet and cutting from China to Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, and Laos). I can’t get enough of this river and it’s magical energy. So we set off early for a sunrise boat ride upriver, seeing hardworking fishermen pulling in their nets, huge fish leaping…

Chiangkhan Culture

ByWen March 28, 2023September 11, 2023

My friend and guide was released from the hospital after days of monitoring a punctured lung. We are so glad to have him back on his feet. After yesterday’s visit to the old temple, I learned it is between 300-400 years old and part of the old Langchiang Province, formerly known as “1 million elephants…

The Gift of the Unexpected

ByWen March 26, 2023September 11, 2023

One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself when traveling is the mindset to remain flexible, be willing to pivot as circumstances change, and look for the gift in the unexpected situation. I came to Thailand to visit a friend and get to know the country a bit to share with you here. With…

Adventures with Wen | hiking | outdoors | Travel Tips | Uncategorized

Circumnavigation: a world of adventures await

ByWen March 21, 2023September 11, 2023

Except for the two years I lived in South America, this new trip is the biggest, most complex excursion of my life. I’ll be circumnavigating the globe, crossing through four of the seven continents, more than a dozen airports, and many cultures. Years ago, I was an endurance athlete and remember the painstaking care required…

Adventures with Wen | Fitness | outdoors | Travel Tips

Fun in the Sun

ByWen February 2, 2023September 11, 2023

Luckily, I headed south just in time to avoid the frigid temps of the Northeast this week! I always forget just how nurturing and relaxing the sun and heat are until I’m in it then aaaaah… What better way to enjoy that warmth and sunshine than on the water? For a special daddy-daughter day, we…

Adventures with Wen | Fitness | outdoors | Travel Tips

Maine Winter Hike

ByWen January 10, 2023September 6, 2023

Honestly, I live in a cold climate but don’t like the cold; I stay to be near family. And it’s a pretty good place to live even when it’s cold. This winter is bringing about two considerations: 1) My body must have been a bear in a prior life because it thinks it wants to…

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Burned by Southwest Airlines this holiday season?

ByWen December 31, 2022September 6, 2023

If your holiday travels were mangled by Southwest this past week, I’m so sorry. To ease your aggravation, I found a great tip from “Your Rich BFF” to get reimbursed for your unexpected expenses. Just click here for a Facebook link or here for Instagram. Here’s to smooth travels moving forward! Love, Wen