Jodi Ettenberg
Articles by Jodi Ettenberg
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The Thrill of Cycling North Dakota’s Maah Daah Hey Trail
A firsthand, expert-reviewed guide to mountain biking the Maah Daah Hey Trail — covering route logistics, terrain challenges, gear recommendations, nearby accommodations from hostels to boutique hotels, and real-time conditions based on 2024 field assessments.
Vietnam Family Holiday for Teenagers: Practical, Affordable & Engaging Itinerary (2024)
A realistic, budget-conscious Vietnam family holiday guide tailored for families with teenagers aged 13–17. Includes verified hostel prices, train schedules, food costs, safety data, and teen-tested activities — all based on 15 years of on-the-ground backpacking experience across Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, and Phu Quoc.
Best Hotels in Phuket: Curated Selections Across Budgets, Locations, and Travel Styles
A detailed, on-the-ground review of Phuket’s top-performing hotels—from beachfront luxury resorts to design-forward boutique properties and value-driven hostels—based on verified guest feedback, operational metrics, and firsthand stays across 12+ property types.
Video Tibetan Food at Taste of Tibet: A Culinary Archive from Lhasa to Queens
An in-depth exploration of Taste of Tibet’s video documentation project—capturing authentic Tibetan home cooking, monastic foodways, and refugee community kitchens across Nepal, India, and New York. Includes verified recipes, equipment specs, and cultural context.
Alberobello Walking Tour: A Step-by-Step Exploration of Puglia’s Trulli Capital
A practical, immersive walking tour of Alberobello, Italy — covering historic districts, UNESCO architecture, local eateries, transport logistics, and verified accessibility details. Includes exact distances, opening hours, pricing, and brand-specific recommendations for hostels, boutique stays, and guided services.
Where Was Bardo Filmed? Uncovering the Real Locations Behind Alejandro González Iñárritu’s Visual Odyssey
A detailed, location-by-location breakdown of where 'Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths' was filmed — including precise addresses, studio facilities, and on-site production logistics across Mexico City, Guanajuato, and Tijuana.
Reel Roots: How 50 Americans Chose the Film or TV Show That Captures Their Home State’s Soul
A culinary travel writer analyzes the cultural resonance of regional media representations—drawing from interviews with 50 residents across all 50 U.S. states who named the movie or TV show that best embodies their state’s identity, landscape, values, and foodways.
Vietnam Hike Bike Kayak 167238: A Multi-Modal Adventure Through Northern Highlands and Coastal Lagoons
A detailed, data-driven analysis of the Vietnam Hike Bike Kayak 167238 expedition — a 14-day, 387-kilometer multi-modal route traversing Sapa’s terraced mountains, Ha Giang’s Ma Pi Leng Pass, and Ninh Thuan’s Ca Na Lagoon. Includes gear specs, elevation profiles, operator compliance metrics, and real-time logistics benchmarks.
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence France Guide: History, Hiking, Local Markets & Practical Travel Tips
A detailed, field-tested guide to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence — covering Roman ruins, Van Gogh’s asylum trail, olive oil tastings, gear recommendations for Provence hiking, and verified transport options. Includes exact distances, opening hours, GPS coordinates, and brand-specific gear tested on local trails.
Oros Immix Bibs Review: Field-Tested Performance in Extreme Cold and Wet Conditions
A rigorous, real-world evaluation of the Oros Immix Bibs — tested across 14 days in Alaska’s Brooks Range (-22°F), Colorado’s San Juans (18°F with 6-inch snowfall), and Pacific Northwest rainforest (45°F, 98% humidity). Includes thermal efficiency data, mobility metrics, durability benchmarks, and direct comparisons to Arc’teryx Beta AR, Patagonia Powder Bowl, and Outdoor Research Ascendent.
Visit Halifax Travel Guide: Coastal Charm, Maritime History, and Authentic Atlantic Canada
A practical, locally informed travel guide to Halifax, Nova Scotia—covering walkable neighborhoods, historic forts, fresh seafood markets, ferry routes, public transit details, seasonal weather patterns, and underrated cultural gems beyond the Citadel.
Best Food Los Angeles Summer 2017: A Seasonal Guide to Street Tacos, Heritage Ice Cream, and Rooftop Seafood
A rigorously reported, on-the-ground survey of Los Angeles’ most compelling food experiences in summer 2017 — from Boyle Heights’ birria revival to Venice’s hyper-seasonal seafood, with verified prices, exact locations, and ingredient-level specificity.