The HoliDaze
/ˈhäləˌdāz/
1. rants and ramblings of a perpetual nomad since 2008.
2. feelings of excitement that accompany unique, off the beaten path travel experiences.
Travel Different. Travel Offbeat.
The HoliDaze offbeat travel guides cover cool, quirky and overlooked sights, activities and adventures in popular destinations around the globe. Adventure. Food. Culture. Nightlife. History. It’s all there. And it’s double delicious because you are getting off the beaten path!
Derek Eats That!
Delicious and disgusting foods around the world
Rants & Rambles
About traveling — the good, bad, ugly and strange
D.D.W.D.D.
Don’t Do What Derek Does….please, just don’t
Unique + Offbeat
Sights, activities and adventures around the world
Recent Posts
I Was Hit By A Drunk Driver On An International Vacation
My first memory was of a lady asking me for a credit card. She wasn’t standing behind a counter, no, she was bending down to my level. Somehow I was in a wheelchair. But…
Identifying Personality Types That Thrive or Struggle With Spontaneous Travel
Why do some people love traveling and others don’t? Personality assessment tools like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) might have the answer. It categorizes individuals into 16 distinct personality types based on eight qualities….
The Vietnamese Motorcycle Accident Scam
When motorcycling abroad having an accident is always a concern. However, you don’t even need to have a real accident to be taken advantage of while traveling. Locals tried to extort me in Hanoi,…
Offroad Academy: How to Tame Your SUV?
SUVs are the favorite vehicles of many drivers. They are versatile, safe and comfortable, but not the easiest to operate. To tame your four-wheeled friend, you will need some driving experience and knowledge of…