What’s a Man On The Lam
A cubicle-escapee with an oddity addiction, I write about quirky getaways, offbeat attractions, and unique adventures. Find out more on my About page...Current Location
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Dubai: Land of Air-Conditioned Bus Stops
Posted on February 21, 2013 | 21 CommentsIf you’re one of the poor unfortunate souls in Dubai who doesn’t drive a Land Rover and rely instead on public transportation to get around, you’re in luck – you won’t have to stick to the sidewalk in the midday heat after all — Dubai has a series of air-conditioned... -
$98,000 for a License Plate? Yep, We Must be in Dubai…
Posted on November 16, 2012 | 30 CommentsThe Dubai License Plate Numbers Game In a land where bigger is better (Burj Khalifa anyone?), the ATMs dispense Gold, and even just a trip to the mall is larger than life (it’s home to the largest mall in the world) there is one peculiar area in Dubai where pint-sized is... -
5 Quirky Things to Do in Cancun, Mexico
Posted on November 2, 2012 | 44 CommentsUnique, Unusual & Offbeat Things to Do in Cancun Cancun was never really on my bucket list — while I knew that the area had no shortage of world-class beaches and great food, I didn’t really think there would be that many unique things to do in Cancun, at least... -
5 Quirky Things to Do in Sydney, Australia
Posted on October 22, 2012 | No CommentsUnique, Unusual, and Offbeat Things to Do in Sydney For many people, a vacation to Sydney, Australia is one that is very high on the bucket list. It’s one of the greatest cities in the world, but its location makes it a place that isn’t all that easy to get... -
Offbeat Images: There’s Gold in Them Thar Dubai ATMs
Posted on October 20, 2012 | 25 CommentsGold to Go – The Gold ATM, Dubai, UAE Maybe I need to get out more, or maybe I’m just running with the wrong crowd, but when I spotted this Gold ATM smack dab in the middle of a gift shop in the Dubai Mall, I felt a smidgen out of my... -
Offbeat Images: Toilet Signs in Oman
Posted on October 12, 2012 | 17 CommentsA New Quirky Travel Photo Series It’s been a while since I’ve done a Travel Photo of the Week, mostly because I felt like I “had” to do one every week. And when it becomes a chore (or a commitment), well then that just feels like a having a “real”... -
5 Quirky Things to Do in Perth
Posted on September 26, 2012 | 11 CommentsUnique, Offbeat, & Unusual Things to Do in Perth, Australia While usually overshadowed by its eastern sisters Sydney and Melbourne, Perth in Western Australia should be on your bucket list. The stunning beaches and national parks at its doorstep are reason enough to visit. But if you’re a bonafide quirkophile,... -
From Cranes to Caves: Unique Accommodations to Live Like an Eccentric
Posted on September 16, 2012 | 34 CommentsUnusual, Offbeat & Unique Accommodations When the folks at Wimdu.com came calling and asked if I’d poke around their website for unique accommodations, well, poke I did. And I found oodles. Their motto is “Live Like a Local”, but it could quite easily be “Live Like an Eccentric” as well.... -
5 Quirky Things to Do in Mazatlan, Mexico
Posted on September 10, 2012 | 33 CommentsUnique, Unusual, & Offbeat Things to Do in Mazatlan Yes there’s plenty of white sand and cheap eats in Mazatlan, (and plenty of cheap flights to get you there too), but you can’t spend every day either at the beach or stuffing your gob (or maybe you can.) If, however,... -
The Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys
Posted on September 5, 2012 | 50 CommentsHmmm…back alley, brick wall, chalk sign that reads “Museum of Minis, Dolls, and Toys?” This has got to be good. It’s either a creepy old dude who has yet to discover the predatory possibilities of the internet, or a creepy old lady smelling vaguely (or explicitly) of cat pee. Either...
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