Adventures and Life Reflections.
Hot springs, or onsen, are a noteworthy aspect of Japanese culture, and Japan is home to thousands of hot springs due to the volcanic nature of the island. I have been fortunate enough to visit Japan's hot springs, and my most recent visit with Yuki to the onsen in Kinosaki proved to be quite pleasurable.... Continue Reading →
The Montaña Vinicunca, also known as Winikunka, Montaña de Siete Colores, or Rainbow Mountain, is a beautifully unique mountain located about 3 hours from Cusco, Peru, and it takes about the same amount of time to arrive as to Humantay Lake. The mountain is even higher than Humantay Lake, at a nice 5036 meters, and... Continue Reading →
Humantay Lake is located about 3 hours away from the city of Cusco, Peru by car at an altitude of about 4200 meters. The hike is steep and challenging because of the altitude but definitely rewarding in the end. Humantay Lake can be reached through a tour or via a private taxi. It is also... Continue Reading →
This Spring Break, my sister and I took a trip to Hamilton Pool. Hamilton Pool is just outside of Austin, about 45-50 minutes from downtown. Hamilton Pool is a natural pool in a grotto surrounded by beautiful scenery and close to a view of the Pedernales River. The pool is accessible by reservation only from... Continue Reading →
Jingisukan is a Japanese mutton dish cooked on a convex dish, that is particularly popular in Hokkaido. The dish is thought to be named after the Mongolian ruler Genghis Khan because the Mongolian were strongly associated with having sheep as livestock, or perhaps because the shape of the dish the meat is cooked in resembled... Continue Reading →
It is no doubt that Japan is well known for its culture of politeness. It is apparent anytime you visit a restaurant or shop in Japan and the staff smiles and bows during your entire encounter, no matter how demanding, irritating, or indecisive you might be acting. However, nowhere is Japanese politeness more evident than... Continue Reading →
This past weekend, Yuki and I attended the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta for the second time. The Balloon Fiesta started in 1972 with 13 balloons but has now become the largest balloon event in the world. We had first attended the balloon fiesta together 2 years ago and absolutely loved it, so this year we... Continue Reading →
Earlier this year, I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Cusco, Peru. The following is a list of reflections that you might not have already heard about this fantastic city 1.DON’T mistake alpacas for llamas. I realized the importance of becoming educated on these animals after yelling and pointing ‘A llama!’ at an alpaca and... Continue Reading →
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