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Hola. We've been getting lots of concerned messages asking where we are and if we're safe. Thankfully, we are a long way from the Middle East right now, enjoying a peaceful stay in Southeast Asia with members from our Turtle Travel Club. It's a 7+ hour flight from here to that part of the world so we're in no danger, at least for now. Turtles at the Angkor Botanical Garden in Siem Reap, Cambodia Unfortunately, one of our Turtles is heading back to the U.S. today, flying from Bangkok to...
Hola! The Turtles have been having TOO much fun in Siem Reap! Although the heat and humidity have been a constant obstacle to navigate π₯΅ We've already spent 3 days exploring the ruins of the Angkor Archeological Park, which is unbelievably amazing. Amelia and I are already talking about what we'll see on our next trip here. And all this fun is almost enough to make me forget that tax season is upon us, but sadly, I have to start that process next week π« Since it is that time of year, we're...
Hola! Another week. Another country. After we left Bali, we had one week until our next Leap to Siem Reap started. Since there were no direct flights from Bali to Siem Reap, we had to fly through a hub, and Bangkok won on both airfare price and personal desire. We spent 3 weeks in Bangkok back in 2024 leading up to Christmas. And I was NOT ready to leave! It quickly became one of my favorite cities, but Amelia had reservations. It was a bit too chaotic and crowded for her. But that was then....