en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/238323 Comments by aya http://matadornights.com/international-guide-for-making-hot-drinks/#IDComment13644710 thanks for the comments! i had fun trying out these recipes--most of them were ones i'd never tried before. Mon, 5 Jan 2009 15:25:41 +0000 http://matadornights.com/international-guide-for-making-hot-drinks/#IDComment13644710 http://www.bravenewtraveler.com/2009/01/02/the-mystery-of-zillion/#IDComment13584751 beautiful and captivating writing. tokyo is definitely one of those places capable of absorbing visitors in its mythical reputation. and i think you've conveyed that experience better than anyone i've ever talked to about it. Sat, 3 Jan 2009 15:42:23 +0000 http://www.bravenewtraveler.com/2009/01/02/the-mystery-of-zillion/#IDComment13584751 http://matadortrips.com/igloos-castles-sewage-pipes-and-survival-pods-the-worlds-10-weirdest-hotels/#IDComment12637371 insanely wonderful! i don't know which one to visit first. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:31:35 +0000 http://matadortrips.com/igloos-castles-sewage-pipes-and-survival-pods-the-worlds-10-weirdest-hotels/#IDComment12637371 http://matadorlife.com/10-essentials-for-switching-to-a-vegan-kitchen/#IDComment12527402 It's surprising how often I forget about just roasting veggies! Like you say, it's so simple and tasty. Thanks for the great article. Sat, 13 Dec 2008 00:59:30 +0000 http://matadorlife.com/10-essentials-for-switching-to-a-vegan-kitchen/#IDComment12527402 http://matadortrips.com/8-natural-wonders-of-chile/#IDComment11281753 So inspiring. I love the photos too. Chile is at the top of my places-to-visit-immediately queue. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 20:10:05 +0000 http://matadortrips.com/8-natural-wonders-of-chile/#IDComment11281753 http://matadorgoods.com/packing-and-the-mantra-of-minimalism/#IDComment11021352 Packing lists offer such an enigmatic glimpse into a person's life. It's so interesting to discover what others consider to be unessential, or important enough to physically carry with them for months. Your packing list is particularly inspirational, a reminder that there's so much it's possible to live without. Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:07:53 +0000 http://matadorgoods.com/packing-and-the-mantra-of-minimalism/#IDComment11021352 http://matadortrips.com/5-best-drives-in-puerto-rico/#IDComment11021258 Great article, Julie. When I visited Puerto Rico, I rented a car and over the course of a week made a big circuit around and through the island (along some of the routes mentioned in your itinerary). There're so many beautiful places--tons of lofty ocean vistas and gorgeous interior mountains. I was constantly pulling over and jumping out of the car to capture the spectacular scenery! Sun, 16 Nov 2008 01:48:42 +0000 http://matadortrips.com/5-best-drives-in-puerto-rico/#IDComment11021258 http://matadortrips.com/the-worlds-most-spectacular-roads/#IDComment10692502 gorgeous collection! these roads seem wildly picturesque, so i'm not sure if it can compare, but the cabot trail on cape breton island stands out in my memories as one of the loveliest roads i've encountered so far. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:19:06 +0000 http://matadortrips.com/the-worlds-most-spectacular-roads/#IDComment10692502 http://matadortrips.com/exploring-the-worlds-most-sacred-mountains/#IDComment10692003 Mountains do have a certain powerful mystique, so I suppose it's only natural they would have a place in the realm of the sacred. It was nice to be reminded of the spiritual aspect of such destinations--it's not something I think about very often. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:49:56 +0000 http://matadortrips.com/exploring-the-worlds-most-sacred-mountains/#IDComment10692003 http://matadorpulse.com/greetings-from-beautiful-obama-ps-wish-you-were-here/#IDComment9349623 Obama sushi, huh? Wish I could get some of that around here. I guess regular sushi will have to do! Thu, 30 Oct 2008 13:37:03 +0000 http://matadorpulse.com/greetings-from-beautiful-obama-ps-wish-you-were-here/#IDComment9349623 http://www.bravenewtraveler.com/2008/10/28/holy-war-how-conflict-shapes-the-culture-of-israel/#IDComment9266143 Such a beautifully written piece. The idea of "impossibly exotic" Israeli soldiers really resonated with me because, and I guess it's due to my privilege an American civilian, mandatory military service is a concept that's utterly foreign to me; serving in the military would make me a completely different person I suspect. Anyway, contemplating how Israeli culture is shaped by conflict--very interesting. Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:38:22 +0000 http://www.bravenewtraveler.com/2008/10/28/holy-war-how-conflict-shapes-the-culture-of-israel/#IDComment9266143 http://matadorpulse.com/the-3-funniest-campaign-ads-ive-seen-so-far/#IDComment9245333 Thanks for sharing these hilarious ads. I've certainly had more than my fill of angry, catty political ads this election season. These were refreshing! Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:40:17 +0000 http://matadorpulse.com/the-3-funniest-campaign-ads-ive-seen-so-far/#IDComment9245333 http://thetravelersnotebook.com/how-to/how-to-protect-yourself-from-vampires-around-the-world/#IDComment9219083 what a wonderful article! examining the ghouls of the world is such a unique and entertaining way of writing about place. thanks for a great read. Tue, 28 Oct 2008 20:36:43 +0000 http://thetravelersnotebook.com/how-to/how-to-protect-yourself-from-vampires-around-the-world/#IDComment9219083 http://matadortrips.com/berlin-on-the-cheap/#IDComment8899273 Love this article and its bohemian sensibility. I visited Berlin years ago and was awed by its unique style. Your guide makes me want to go back ASAP! Great piece. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:22:45 +0000 http://matadortrips.com/berlin-on-the-cheap/#IDComment8899273 http://matadortrips.com/10-cities-with-the-biggest-parks-in-the-world/#IDComment8898913 Wonderful list! Visiting the local parks is one of my favorite things to do when I find myself in a new city. I'm headed to Mexico City soon and can't wait to check out Chapultepec Park. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:13:31 +0000 http://matadortrips.com/10-cities-with-the-biggest-parks-in-the-world/#IDComment8898913 http://matadorstudy.com/where-in-china-should-i-study-abroad/#IDComment8882033 Great info & advice. China's just so huge...choosing one city to study in is overwhelming! Your article is definitely helpful. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:07:23 +0000 http://matadorstudy.com/where-in-china-should-i-study-abroad/#IDComment8882033 http://matadorabroad.com/5-lessons-learned-after-studying-abroad/#IDComment8881833 Beautifully & honestly written. This is wise advice that students traveling abroad ought to take to heart. Great article. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:02:43 +0000 http://matadorabroad.com/5-lessons-learned-after-studying-abroad/#IDComment8881833 http://matadorabroad.com/how-to-deal-with-your-bus-getting-hijacked-and-other-dangers-while-living-abroad/#IDComment8875803 So glad you're okay, Jon! It must have been very difficult to write about this experience, but thank you for doing it. Hopefully some other travelers can use your advice to avoid this situation. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:29:43 +0000 http://matadorabroad.com/how-to-deal-with-your-bus-getting-hijacked-and-other-dangers-while-living-abroad/#IDComment8875803