Tag Archives: flying

Indonesia, the 2nd friendliest country in the world

Posted on April 18, 2012 by The Dromomaniac

I was quickly reminded of the only thing I hate about traveling in Indonesia: traveling in Indonesia. The way bus drivers attack the road makes me berserk. It’s nothing other than pedal to the metal or hard braking. The swerving, … Continue reading →

Posted in Indonesia, Malaysia | Tagged flying, indonesia, malaysia | 6 Comments

The pre-trip, round-the-world Dromomaniac Q & A mailbag

Posted on April 11, 2012 by The Dromomaniac

It’s been an enjoyable winter being home, watching the Republican presidential candidates try to out-Neanderthal each other. It would be more enjoyable if I didn’t fear one of them winning in November, but it’s time to leave that behind, pack … Continue reading →

Posted in mail, Travel Secrets | Tagged buses, flying, mail | 6 Comments

Long live racism!

Posted on December 8, 2011 by The Dromomaniac

For the first time in my life, I got an upgrade and flew business class on my flight from Kathmandu to Kuala Lumpur. Not even on my birthday on a half-empty plane with Icelandair and dressing well could I manage … Continue reading →

Posted in Nepal | Tagged flying, funny signs, nepal | Leave a comment

Lost baggage, wearing your friend’s underwear, and the inflatable jacuzzi

Posted on April 29, 2010 by The Dromomaniac

When I tried to do the self check-in for my one way flight the system rejected me because I didn’t have an onward ticket reserved, so I had to go directly to an agent. In the redesign of my website … Continue reading →