May 2016 | Jason Gets Around

Trips, Tips, and Tricks
About
- Meet Jason Gill
  - Jason’s Also a Pilot
- Affiliations
Where In The World
- Africa
  - Morocco
- Asia
  - Cambodia
  - China
    - Beijing
    - Dali
    - Hong Kong
    - Kunming
    - Macau
  - India
  - Indonesia
    - Bali
    - Lombak
  - Laos
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam
- Caribbean
  - Cuba
  - Puerto Rico
- Central America
- Europe
  - Belgium
    - Bruges
    - Ghent
  - France
    - Paris
  - Germany
    - Munich
  - IcelandThis country is breathtakingly beautiful. I drove around the entire country from Reykjavik, around the Golden Circle, and continuing onto the Ring Road. My favorite sections were the South West, the South and the East. 1600+ miles of driving, 100+ miles of hiking, dozens of waterfalls, many hot springs, and very friendly people. Everything is pretty expensive there, but other than that, it is by far one of my favorites.
  - Ireland
    - Dublin
  - Netherlands
    - Amsterdam
    - Sleeuwijk
  - Portugal
    - Lisbon
  - Spain
    - Barcelona
    - Madrid
  - Switzerland
    - Lausanne
  - United Kingdom
    - England
      - London
    - Scotland
- North America
  - Canada
    - British Columbia
  - Mexico
    - Riviera Nayarit Nayarit is a state of Mexico.
      - Puerto Vallarta
      - SayulitaThe last time I went to Sayulita was during a five-day trip at the end of January 2020 for my girlfriend’s 29th birthday surprise. It was epic for the short time we were there. It is definitely a town that I could get behind as it is very festive. The next time I have planned to go to Sayulita is early January of 2021 for an entire month. Funny enough, the last time I was in a commercial airport was that trip I mentioned above. I’ve never gone an entire year only stepping into a commercial airport once. Oh, PDX airport, and flying around in general, how I miss thee!!
    - Quintana Roo
  - USA
    - Oregon
      - PortlandPortland is the place I’ve called home for the last eight years. I’ve lived in most of the four areas that break up Portland, so I’ve got a lot of info for those looking to explore. Though I do plan to live in some other part of the world some day, separating from Portland is no easy task!
    - California
    - Colorado
    - Florida
    - Hawaii
    - Idaho
    - Louisiana
    - Nevada
    - New Mexico
    - New YorkNew York – for quite a while, I had only ever been to New York City in New York, however, now I can say I’ve had a chance to spend some time in Upstate New York, in Corning. I came here for the TBEX conference and was surprised with how wonderful this little town is in the Finger Lakes area – a much-desired change to the “Big City.”.
    - Washington
    - Texas
- Oceania
- South America
  - ChileMy time in Chile was spent enjoying walking around Santiago, enjoying the beaches/nightlife/new years in Valparaiso, to getting as far south as I’ve ever been to enjoy the gorgeous views of Patagonia. Enjoyed a four day backpacking trip around the W of Torres Del Paine. Very friendly locals, good exchange rate from the US, and delicious wine and coffee everywhere I went. My first experience of South America and I was blown away by how great it was. Would go back again in a heart beat.
Tools
Epic Quest of Awesomeness

Adventure

Blue Lagoon Alternatives: Iceland’s Other Hot Springs

There are well over a million visitors heading to Iceland every year these days and the number one tourist attraction is the Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa. Known for it’s pearl blue water and beauty, it is also known to be quite packed with people (a reservation is recommend), and also comes at a hefty price tag (starts at around $60!). During my visit to Iceland, I was doing it on a budget, so I didn’t make an appearance at the Blue Lagoon, and instead partook in the numerous other hot springs around the country of Iceland. Here are a number of the ones I went to soak – avoid the crowds and save some cash. (more…)

By Jason, 8 yearsMay 13, 2016 ago

Locations

Iceland: Viewing The Northern Lights

Many people don’t realize that this incredible phenomenon (Northern Lights) is elusive and unpredictable. Yes, even in a place like Iceland…

I just recently spent eight days in Iceland attempting to see the Northern Lights, and though it never happened, it was still an incredible trip. If you end up going to Iceland and planning to see the lights, then follow these tips from Expert Vagabond. (more…)

By Jason, 8 yearsMay 2, 2016 ago