Derek’s travelogue

Four Days of Cole Slaw

Story written 12 July 2008

It was a simple trip to Connecticut, but an entire civilization suddenly found its existence solely dependent on drycleaning.

American Allergy

Story written 30 June 2008

I used to think how much I would love to simply travel the world forever. Now, due to a most unique allergy development, I just might be forced into doing exactly that.

The Golden Temple

The Golden Temple

Located in Amritsar, India, this incredible structure is the holiest temple of the Sikh religion.

Kinnauri Woman

Kinnauri Woman

A traditionally dressed woman in the Indian Himalaya's Kinnaur Valley.

A Holy Bath

A Holy Bath

A man bathes in the holy waters of the Ganges River in the town of Rishikesh.

Jama Masjid - Delhi

Jama Masjid - Delhi

An imam speaks to a group of worshippers at India's largest mosque.

Nap Time

Nap Time

A holy man sleeps along a footpath on the banks of the Ganges River.

The Road Was Gone

Story written 27 June 2008

Bus travel through India's mountainous regions involves dramatic scenery, remote villages, fresh air and colorful passengers. The only thing missing sometimes is the road itself.

Let the Hike Begin

Let the Hike Begin

The start of our hike that crossed the wide gap of missing road created by a major landslide in the Indian Himalayas.

Derek Baron

Derek Baron has been a member since 8 April 2008 and goes by dbaron13.

I am torn between the fascinating world of working on cruise ships & continuing my adventures around the globe. Forever hovering between the two, I have begun to realize that this battle does not actually have to be won.

I am equally at home backpacking into Afghanistan across the Khyber Pass as I am wearing a tuxedo and schmoozing with guests at a Captain's cocktail party on board the ship.

My ultimate goal is to survive as a writer so that my travels prove not to have been in vain.

You can also find Derek at http:/blogs.b...om/derekbaron.