| February 26, 2003 |
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Vagabonding
Join  Chicagoan Mike Pugh as he slowly winds his way through Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, and Africa. It's just part of a year-long trek the he's been itching to take for a long time. Along the way, he's taking digital video, snapping tons of photos, and writing travelogues of the journey. Mike's travels include a stop in Phnom Penh, a place he initially finds dirty, chaotic, and lawless, but eventually grows on him. He learns to cook Thai food in Chiang Mai and offers recipes of his favorite creations. While in Myanmar, he is charmed by the warmth and optimism of its people, despite the country's rampant corruption and poverty. India's chaotic Kolkata immerses Mike in traffic, pollution, great meals, and friendly folks. Even the worst bus ride ever doesn't deter this intrepid traveler. Videos take you from the haunting killing fields of Cambodia to a fitting for a custom-tailored suit in Bangkok. Unlike Mike, most of us can't quit our jobs to go around the world, but thanks to this exceptional online diary, we can follow this vagabond vicariously. (in Travel) |
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