All posts by Michael W

Anthony Bourdain Recommended: Doughnut Hot Dog- Kiev, Ukraine

August 19, 2018Food, Trip ReportsAnthony Bourdain, Hot Dog, Kiev, Kyivska Perepichka, UkraineMichael W

In early June, the world mourned when we found out that star chef, TV host and traveler Anthony Bourdain had taken his life.

Anthony Bourdain inspired many in different ways. When visiting a new destination that Anthony had visited, I usually search to see where he ate at on his shows No Reservations or Parts Unknown. This is a great way to get some recommendations from an authority on food and travel.

During our month-long summer trip, the Michael W Travels family spent a few days in Kiev, Ukraine. Continue reading Anthony Bourdain Recommended: Doughnut Hot Dog- Kiev, Ukraine →

Win A Trip For 4 To Hawaii In The Hostess Angry Birds Sweepstakes

August 18, 2018Contest, SweepstakesAngry Birds, Hawaii, HostessMichael W

Hostess is currently running the Angry Birds Sweepstakes, where one lucky winner will win a trip for four to Honolulu, Hawaii!

The prize includes airfare, hotel stay and more!

Last year I won a trip for 2 to Hawaii. Kim and I had planned to go but we couldn’t make it for a variety of reasons. I’d still like to visit Hawaii and winning this prize would be a great reason to go. It also just s happens to be that this prize is for four people and we’re a family of four. Perfect! Continue reading Win A Trip For 4 To Hawaii In The Hostess Angry Birds Sweepstakes →

Our Experience Taking the Overnight Sleeper Train in Ukraine with Kids

August 18, 2018Family Travel, Trip ReportsKiev, Odessa, Summer 2018, Train, UkraineMichael W

Traveling for a month with a family can be pricey. The Michael W Travels family uses miles and points to help bring down the costs. However, this doesn’t cover all of the expenses.

During our month long Summer 2018 Trip, we needed to get from Kiev to Odessa, Ukraine.

Our options were limited to a very long bus ride (no thanks), a short but pricey flight or an overnight sleeper train. Continue reading Our Experience Taking the Overnight Sleeper Train in Ukraine with Kids →

Crows Trained To Clean Up Trash At French Theme Park

August 17, 2018Travel ArticlesBirds, Theme Park, TrashMichael W

A French theme park has come up with a clever way to help clean up trash from the ground.

The park has trained six Eurasian crows to pickup cigarette butts and other trash left by messy visitors. Continue reading Crows Trained To Clean Up Trash At French Theme Park →

Barcelona Supposedly Has Some Big Tourist Problems

August 16, 2018Travel ArticlesBarcelona, Drugs, TouristsMichael W

Barcelona holds a special place in my heart since it was the first city in Europe I visited. After that trip, I couldn’t wait to travel and see more of the world.

The city is a great place to visit due to great food, and sites like Park Guell, Las Ramblas, Sagrada Familia and various other works of Antoni Gaudi. Continue reading Barcelona Supposedly Has Some Big Tourist Problems →

Our Awkward Uber Experience In Baku, Azerbaijan

August 15, 2018Trip ReportsAzerbaijan, Baku, UberMichael W

The Michael W Travels family is currently on a month long summer trip.

When visiting a city, our preferred form of transportation is walking. When we need to go to further areas, we love taking public transportation.

During our trip, Uber was a real bargain in Ukraine. The rideshare didn’t work in Moldova and it seemed to work in Azerbaijan, although we couldn’t get it to work at the airport. Continue reading Our Awkward Uber Experience In Baku, Azerbaijan →

Hippo Attacks 2 Tourists Taking Photos, Kills 1 In Kenya

August 14, 2018Travel NewsAttack, Hippos, KenyaMichael W

Tragedy struck in Kenya over the weekend. As a tourist was taking pictures

The man, Chang Ming Chaung was bitten in the chest and later died from his wounds. Another tourist was also attacked but luckily was only “treated for minor bruising,” according to BBC News. Continue reading Hippo Attacks 2 Tourists Taking Photos, Kills 1 In Kenya →