New dispatches from Thailand
Jan 03 2012
Happy new year! Three Journal updates were just posted: Show Me a Sign, [S]Miles From Nowhere, and Extra Crunchy. Next, I head to Laos.
Thailand posts revised
Dec 14 2011
The Meaning of Life has been repeatedly revised, both in text and photos, as I struggle to find the best way to discuss this complex issue in such a short format. Today, I added several photographs to the lower, right photo-link (image of Buddhist monastery). Click to Zoom this image to see a 4-image slide show, using the right/left arrows for navigation.
I also added a new photo of Loi Krathong to What’s Left is Right. To view it, roll over the image of the Kingdom of Thailand visa, in the lower lefthand corner of the page.
I also added a new photo of Loi Krathong to What’s Left is Right. To view it, roll over the image of the Kingdom of Thailand visa, in the lower lefthand corner of the page.
Journeysofar website is now iPad compatible
Dec 04 2011
The journeysofar website has been updated so that it now renders correctly on Apple’s iPad, when viewed in landscape mode (sideways). Previous to this update, images and menus were truncated on the left and right. No support is offered for small-format devices, such as smart phones and Apple’s iPod Touch.
Flooding in Thailand
Nov 09 2011
Flying into Bangkok last night, I can attest to the fact that much of the country of Thailand is under water from unusually heavy monsoon rains. The devastation is widespread and understated by the media. It looks to me like it will take months to dry out what appears to be a lake stretching as far as the eye can see, even from 20,000 feet. The cost to the economy and worldwide delivery of parts for everything from computers to cars to cameras will be enormous. The Thai Red Cross Society welcomes your donation to help the flood victims.
Off to explore Southeast Asia
Nov 07 2011
Care to explore southeastern Asia for 4 months? Then tag along with Jeremiah as he heads off into this fascinating part of the world, solo, on a smaller, 250cc motorbike.
Moab to Buena Vista
Aug 31 2011
Belgian-native Jan Marc once again joins Jeremiah as they go off-road through the redrock canyons of Moab, Utah to the high alpine Rocky Mountains of Buena Vista, Colorado. Along the way they meet up with old friends Uwe Krauss from Germany and Eric Sargent from Albuquerque, NM. Dual-sport barbecue’s never smelled so good!
Trinity Site
Apr 01 2011
For just a few hours each year the United States Air Force allows visitors into what was once the nation’s most top-secret spot: the Trinity Site. Jeremiah and El Viento head out on their first ride of 2011 to find out what makes this place unique--and horrifying.
Journal updated with three new stories
Mar 05 2011
The Journal is now up to date through last autumn’s Sands of Time excursion, with today’s addition of The Pollinator, To Hell and Back Part 2, and Tarantula Xing! More posts will be added as the journey continues and time allows. Your feedback is encouraged.
New website goes live!
Jan 31 2011
Jeremiah and El Viento have spent a lot of time on the road since returning to the USA from Brazil in May 2007, but haven’t had a chance to update the website--until now.
The all-new journeysofar.com has completely revamped the original mytripjournal/jeremiahsjourney website: There’s a whole new look and feel with easier navigation and more geographical information and maps; ALL of the Journal Posts have been revised and expanded (so returning visitors should reread titles they’re already familiar with); there are several new Journal Posts with more on the way; and there are now easy ways for you to contribute.
This project has been a huge personal undertaking, but will facilitate more frequent updates as the Journey continues. Please enjoy exploring the new site and be sure to offer your feedback.
Don’t forget to forward the journeysofar.com address to your interested family and friends--thank you!
The all-new journeysofar.com has completely revamped the original mytripjournal/jeremiahsjourney website: There’s a whole new look and feel with easier navigation and more geographical information and maps; ALL of the Journal Posts have been revised and expanded (so returning visitors should reread titles they’re already familiar with); there are several new Journal Posts with more on the way; and there are now easy ways for you to contribute.
This project has been a huge personal undertaking, but will facilitate more frequent updates as the Journey continues. Please enjoy exploring the new site and be sure to offer your feedback.
Don’t forget to forward the journeysofar.com address to your interested family and friends--thank you!
Southeast Asia leg taking shape
Dec 02 2010
Preparations are underway to depart for southeast Asia in November 2011 to explore Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. As more details come into focus, they’ll be posted here.
Sands of Time
Sep 30 2010
Exploring and photographing two of North America’s most unique geophysical features: The Great Sand Dunes of Colorado and White Sands of New Mexico, USA.
North to Alaska (again)
May 30 2010
This time, the 2-month-plus trek back up to Alaska from Colorado will cross Utah, Nevada, California, Oregon and Washington. From Bellingham, El Viento will ride the ferry up the Inside Passage Waterway to disembark in Haines. After exploring the northernmost state more extensively, we’ll track back down through the stunning Canadian Rockies.
Upper Sonoran Desert, Arizona
Oct 16 2009
Solo tour of the upper Sonoran Desert in Arizona before winter strikes.
Colorado Plateau, off-road
Sep 02 2009
Jan Marc from Thailand joins Jeremiah on an all-off-road grand tour of the peaks and canyons of the Colorado Plateau.
Canadian Rockies
Jun 11 2009
Costa Rica
Feb 22 2009
Jeremiah joins Eric Sargent in Costa Rica for a month-long motorcycle tour around one of Central America’s most beautiful countries.
Universalist Unitarian Church
Nov 24 2008
Journey So Far presentation, emphasizing the roll of media in shaping our society, will be held during Sunday service. Everyone is welcome. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Durango, 419 San Juan Durango, CO. Service starts at 10:00AM
Colorado Plateau, dual-sport
Aug 28 2008
Eric Sargent joins Jeremiah for a spectacular tour of the high mountains and red-rock canyons of the Four Corners area of Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Arizona.
Rotary Club Meeting
Apr 30 2008
Journey So Far presentation at the historic Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave Durango, CO. Meeting convenes at 6:00PM.
Iditarod Dog Sled Race
Feb 28 2008
Off to Alaska to assist in filming the Iditarod Dog Sled race from Anchorage to Nome for the Discovery Channel.
Deep Utah
Oct 08 2007
Solo-ride penetrating Utah’s canyon country.
Alaska to Argentina and beyond
Jun 08 2005
Solo from Durango, Colorado north to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska then south to Tierra del Fuego, Argentina and north again to Brazil, before riding back to Durango on May 18, 2007.