Tristan's Expeditions

A Taste of Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico has a rich culinary scene, due to its Spanish, Taino and Afro-Carribean heritage. I spent a couple of days in San Juan eating everything I could get my hands on. Everything is Fried and Stuffed In Puerto Rico, you’ll find just about every plant imaginable can be fried in a ball; yucca, pumpkin,…

San Juan’s Hottest Nightlife

So you’ve only got a couple nights in San Juan, but you want to make sure you go to the right spots — look no further. These tried-and-true bars and clubs are guaranteed to keep you on your feet, dancing the night away with plenty of friendly Puerto Ricans — who by the way, are…

Weekend Getaway: Samana, Dominican Republic

New York is freezing cold right now, and the cheapest place to fly outside of the US and Canada is the Dominican Republic. With tickets ranging starting at $250 , I figured why not get away for the long President’s Day weekend? In search of a quiet escape from the busy city, I chose to…

Visiting India: 20 Travel Tips

After two trips to India, I have spent a cumulative 2 months there, which may sound like a lot but it is merely scratching the surface of what this boundless country has to offer. These travel tips will help you have a more pleasant journey through the incredibly diverse and culturally rich country of India….

Baroque Churches of North Goa, India

I know, this is a really specific thing to write about, and it seems odd to go all the way to India to see some churches built by the Portuguese. But that’s the kind of silly stuff I do. I was in Goa for a week, and there isn’t a ton to do other than…

Croatia: Eastern European Paradise

Croatia is a romantic destination, but also great for backpackers and lovers of craft beer and wine. A trip to this Eastern European gem makes for an inexpensive island vacation. I’d recently met a girl from London and we spent roughly two weeks traveling around Croatia, from the capital of Zagreb through rural Slavonia and down…

Bulgaria, Land of Roses

Over a very long weekend last Spring, Evan and I flew from Israel to Bulgaria, rented a car, and drove all over the Western part of the country. Nowhere I’ve visited is as underrated as Bulgaria, what a beautiful and seemingly untouched place! Sofia Bulgaria’s quiet capital is set in a picturesque mountainous…

3 Places to Visit in Colombia

Colombia might not seem like an obvious travel destination, but its beautiful old towns, national parks, and beaches make it a perfect long-weekend or extended adventure. I spent a week in Colombia and had a perfect amount of time for 3 places, and their surrounding areas: Cartagena, Tayrona National Park and Bogota. Cartagena & Rosario…

The Best VEG Food in Colombia

Between its delicious street snacks and exquisite 5-star restaurants, Colombia’s got what it takes to satisfy your vegetarian/vegan palate. I had never experienced such delicious and unique tropical flavors. I spent 8 days in Colombia and really enjoyed the local cuisine, from deep-fried arepas to mysterious fruits fresh-off-the-tree. Veggie people– don’t be deterred! Though Latin…

Weekends in the West Bank: Hebron

Hebron (El-Khalil) I arrived on a bus from Jerusalem to Hebron in the middle of the night, with no idea where I was going exactly. Palestinians are incredibly friendly people, so when I couldn’t find my Airbnb, a random guy brought me into his house. There, his two children were eating dessert, a sugary noodle…

Weekends in the West Bank: Nablus

Nablus is the economic capital of the Palestinian West Bank, but also known for its cuisine, soap, and religious diversity. I had the opportunity to stay with friends in Nablus for 3 nights, and had an incredible time!