"This is me!" stiab3's Profile

What do I do?

I work . . . as an engineer.
I play . . . scubadiving, watersports
I listen . . . music, people
I eat . . . love to try different foods
I love . . . to travel, new experiences, people
I photograph . . . any and everything

Travel Year 2006

trans-siberia map

Trans-siberia railroad!
I've done it!
Just back from my trip through China Mongolia and Russia.
Flew out to Shanghai, spent 4 days there, then flew to Beijing. After 4 days in Beijing, I then took the train to Ulaan Baatar in Mongolia. Spent 3 days in Mongolia - mostly in the rural areas. Spent the last day in UB and took the train to Irkutsk in Russia. Spent 3 days there - visiting Lake Baikal.

Then took the train to Moscow. Spent 3 nights there.

Now I'm back home again. Back to reality.

Now to think about my next adventure . . . hmmm.

Brazil, anyone?

. . . And beyond

I've got this idea that I could take 6months off work and travel. It started off as just an idea but I find myself thinking more and more about it.

2008 is the year I think I'd be able to do this if I start planning now.
I think I'd travel in Latin America and the Caribbean. And I'd like to do some volunteer work related to my profession (civil engineering). I'll probably be travelling alone.

I'm not sure what countries I'd visit but I've always dreamed of visiting Belize and Cuba.

I've never done anything like this before so I guess I'll need some good advice and the best way to plan such an adventure.

Intro Updated Oct 24, 2006
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RickinDutch May 8, 2012 at 10:54 AM

Happy Birthday!
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TrendsetterME May 7, 2012 at 9:49 PM

Hey Shaunette, "Happy Birthday", with all my best wishes .. :)
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Rabbityama May 7, 2011 at 6:25 PM

Happy Birthday!
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sandranunes Apr 7, 2010 at 1:14 PM

Hi ! A few words to tell you how I´m glad I found your blog.I know exactly how it feels travelling around the world, and suddenly being the attraction and the exotic element.I´ll be happy to exchange experiences!Brazil?You are welcome!
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a2lopes May 8, 2009 at 5:17 AM

Happy birthday Shaunette and many happy returns of the day. Greetings from Lisbon which is waiting for your visit
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Justin_goa Feb 24, 2009 at 7:35 PM

Greetings from Goa, India You are a featured member today!
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joiwatani Nov 10, 2008 at 10:52 AM

You are a featured VT member today 11/10/08 10:52 am Pacific Time!!! Congrats!
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DSwede Aug 24, 2008 at 5:53 PM

Thanks for your reply in the forums. I'll come back and visit your pages for some ideas on what to expect in Barbados!
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Etoile2B May 8, 2008 at 11:39 AM

Happy Birthday from sunny California! Here's to many more wonderful years!
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GracesTrips May 7, 2008 at 8:46 PM

Happy Birthday, Shaunette! Hope you enjoy a fantastic day!