In August 2013, I was set to volunteer at Tiger Temple, Southeast Asia’s most controversial tourist attraction, to find my own truth about wild tiger conservation. However, I left after 18 days of volunteering. In previous articles I have highlighted my thoughts after working there for 18 days. Tiger Temple Introduction – The Curious Case of Tiger Temple: a …
Living in Japan: It’s more than just teaching English, Geishas & Hello Kitty
In a previous article I outlined the basics of teaching English in Japan: how to find a job, how much you’ll make, what’s expected of you, and so on. So, you’ve found a job, you’ve packed your bags, and your visa is in your passport. Now what? First of all, above anything else you glean from this article, know this: …
Christmas in the Philippines: Operation Save Santa Arrives with the Goods
H0-Ho-Ho Christmas is finally here and almost complete. Yesterday Santa rode into town on his motorcycle with Executive Elf Lieutenant (me) and his Red Cross elf army in tow. We delivered gifts to some 600 Filipino kids in need in three communities thus far. And as you can probably guess, the kids were more than a little bit excited. ************************************************ …