Singapore – Marina Bay Sands SkyPark Rooftop bars seem to have become “the thing” over the past few years, and for good reason. There’s nothing like having a cold one with friends in the fresh air. Add a great view and a little music, and you’ve got the recipe for the perfect hang. All you…
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I took a last minute trip to Hong Kong this week and couldn’t miss seeing Macau, which is right next door. I took the hour-long ferry ride to The City of Dreams on a boat operated by a company called Turbojet. It was a relaxing ride, and I slept for most of it–still wiped out and jet…
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EDITOR’S NOTE: BY REQUEST, SOME OF THE NAMES OF PEOPLE MENTIONED BELOW HAVE BEEN CHANGED/DELETED. (All photos taken by Randy) I’m a Ramblin’ Man I awoke at 3:30AM, eyes burning from the lack of sleep, and walked from my hotel in downtown Brisbane, Australia, to Central Station. I grabbed the first train to the airport….
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This list is not the obvious stuff: socks, underwear, toothbrush, etc. Nope, these are a few items you may have not thought of–small in size–that can really help you while travelling, even save you from disaster. My mom gave me some great advice a long time ago: “Don’t forget your passport. You can pretty much…
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Listing per country Of the over 200 nations listed below, most use 220-240V. Others use between 100-120V. Some countries, including the United States, use dual voltages (for example, washers and ovens use the higher voltages). Source: Ron Kurtus. Country Voltage Frequency Afghanistan 220V 50Hz Albania 230V 50Hz Algeria 230V 50Hz American Samoa 120V 60Hz Andorra 230V…
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Machu Picchu, Urubamba, Peru I’ve been fortunate enough to take a ton of really cool selfies: in front of Cristo Retendor in Rio, while strolling the Great Wall of China, in front of the giant “Supreme Leaders” statues in North Korea…but I think Machu Picchu takes the cake! Technically, these photos aren’t true “selfies”–they weren’t…
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Phoenix, AZ – Butter Poached Lobster Salad at The Henry I love being surprised while traveling, especially when you stumble on an incredible meal you weren’t expecting. Phoenix, AZ: I was in town to see my good buddy and radio legend, Supersnake. He suggested we meet for dinner at a restaurant called The Henry. Seemed…
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Welcome to the second installment of “Ten Questions with Ramblin’ Randy,” where you can ask me absolutely anything about traveling (or anything else), and get honest answers. Have a question? Just ask, in the comment box below. Okay, let’s get started! 1) In what country have you seen the most beautiful woman? Kim Salazar Aills…
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