About My Several Worlds
My Several Worlds was born in January 2007 as a basic travel blog documenting my travels and adventures in Asia. Since then, it has grown into a travel information site that draws 75,000+ page views every month and over 45,000 unique visitors.
Founded by Canadian expat Carrie Kellenberger, My Several Worlds is an Asian travel guide that focuses on destinations, cultures and attractions in Asia, and a information site for ESL teachers and individuals who are considering moving overseas.
MSW has a team of clever, independent and creative ladies behind it, with regular contributors such as Ava Apollo and Stephanie Long, as well as guest writers from all regions of the travel blogosphere.
A note from Carrie Kellenberger:
The only life worth living is one that you are truly passionate about…
Writing pays my bills.
I’m a freelance writer, editor, and photographer living in Asia since 2003. Please visit my professional portfolio for a complete list of my published articles and photography.
When my time isn’t occupied by professional gigs, I can usually be found in the photography studio or out on the streets snapping photos.
Oh, and I travel, a lot!
I’m always looking for new projects, collaborations and freelance assignments, so drop by my professional profile atwww.carriekellenberger.com or view my CV on LinkedIn for details on the kind of projects I’ve worked on.
Carrie Kellenberger: Published travel articles and photography
You can find my written work and photography in a number of print and digital publications including: Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia, Unearthing Asia, Wandering Educators, Hip Compass Escapes, The Taipei Times, JPG, and Discover Taipei, to name a few.
Writer for…
- ESL Editor for Wandering Educators
- Travel +Leisure Asia: Insider Taiwan and Travel Photography
- Writer, Editor, Photographer for Unearthing Asia
- Hip Compass Escapes Travel Magazine
- Adventurocity
Guest articles for…
- Asian Ramblings
- Nomadic Matt’s Travel Site
- Waakao!
- Taiwan Photographers
- The Carey Adventures
- Digital Photography School
Interviews:
- Go! Overseas
- Solo Female Traveler – Interview with an Expat
- Jet Set Citizen
- Happy Hotelier
- You Can Teach English
- Exploring the World with Carrie Kellenberger
- Expat Interviews: A Canadian Globetrotter in Taiwan
- Phottix Photography Journal: Writer, Editor, Photography: Carrie Kellenberger
- Be My Travel Muse – Interview with Carrie Kellenberger
Find me on:
- JPG
- Flickr
- Travel Blog Exchange
- My Several Worlds – Facebook Fan Page
- Taiwan Photographers – Facebook Fan Page
DISCLOSURE
This blog is a personal blog written and edited by me. The thoughts, intentions and plans are my own opinion.
For questions about this blog, please use the Contact page.
This blog abides by word of mouth marketing standards. I believe in honesty of relationship, opinion and identity.
I welcome reader comments. You can challenge me or disagree with me in the comments section of each blog entry. I reserve the right to delete any comment for any reason whatsoever (abusive, profane, rude, or anonymous comments).
COPYRIGHT 2007 – 2012 CARRIE KELLENBERGER
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Wow, how nice. What a great picture of you. Oh and by the way it’s 2 -0 for the Ottawa Senators over the New York Rangers in the second period.There you have it, now you should feel more at home. Hugs Claude
Beautiful photo Carrie! I like the concept of your blog and how it is about integrating the different physical and spritual worlds that we inhibit.
Claude! How’s the Valley treating you now that you’ve moved out of the city?
I’ll be home in mid-May and would love to collect on that hug. Hope to see you soon. Best wishes to you and your loved ones for 2007! Oh yeah, GO SENS!
Thanks Jo. I couldn’t have explained that better myself!
My sister taught in Taiwan as well and she told me it’s a wonderful experience, though i doubt i’ll ever become an ESL teacher. I hope your adventures there and abroad usher in great memories.
Wow… my beautiful Carrie… How I miss you! I am so happy for you. I really enjoyed your blog and I am looking forward to reading more of it. I envy you. You left Ottawa and went for the adventure and this not even thinking twice. You are very strong and very powerful. Please come and visit me in Montreal when you come back? I am looking forward to the day that I will see you again… take care my beautiful friend.
BIANKA! YAYYYYYY! I’m so happy to hear from you! We’ve been out of touch for so long. I never know if you’re recieving my emails or not, so I can’t tell you how happy I am to see you a comment here. I will most definitely look you up when I come home in May.
Taiwan is a wonderful place to be and I really enjoy teaching here. Thank you for your warm wishes.
What a wonderful Website babe. So good to see you again too! I miss you soooo much, wish you were with us in India but hey I’ll see you in my bridesmaids dress at the wedding!
With love as always, Gem x
Gem,
Many thanks for your visit. I’m glad you like it and hope to be including more about my life and friendships in China shortly.
India sounds wondeful. We’re so jealous because we know you’re both having the time of your lives! ))))HUGS((((
Hey,after reading your blogs, i can’t wait to visit Taiwan. Never knew it was so beautiful. And i must admit… u r beautiful too! : )
hi! you look soooooooooo cute… i like our pics about asia…, years ago I travel too in thailand, japan,India and nepal
congrats to you and group of friends there….
good work…
Carrie, the Valley is the best move I have ever made,in regards to quality of life. I love and miss everyone in the Glebe though. I’m actually enjoying my work for once. I ‘m enjoying the country life,and am happier over all. Did I tell you my son Dustin is at Nippissing University, studying to be a teacher(1st year). He’s already talking about teaching abroad. Your experinces and tips may come in handy for him later. Thanks!
Hope you and John are well, and yes I can’t wait to give you your hug too!
By the way I’m on face book
Hi Claude,
I’ll be sure to look you up on face book. I’m glad you’re enjoying the Valley. What a change! When I read your message yesterday, I couldn’t help thinking back to the good old days at Sassy. I miss your daily visits.
Then I got to thinking about Justin as well. I can’t believe it’s been that long. I’m glad to hear he’s at Nippissing…not too far from our stomping grounds. Please pass on my email if he has any questions about living and teaching in Asia. I’d be happy to help!
)))HUGS(((
Hi!
I like your blog too. You write nicely and it is nice to read your stories about taiwanese culture.
Thanks Raindreamer. I’m glad you like it. There are so many wonderful things to write about, I sometimes have a hard time keeping up with everything!
I spent 6 years living in Japan and traveling Asia quite a bit, I understand your fascination and love for it, look forward to more reading and photos
drew
Hi, I just wanted to say that I really like your blog! I haven’t been to Asia…yet, so it’s fun to read your posts and look at all the beautiful pictures!
Erica
You two are experiencing many wonders only few could ever even imagine …. and i believe it is truly due to the fact that you two have a very special affinity …. and that in itself is most grand. best of luck & well-wishes on all your endeavours!
~julian
Love your site!…and then I realized you were from Ottawa (by the sounds of it anyway?) How crazy, me too! Anyhow, very interesting site and some great photography. Stay safe and enjoy your travels!
“Most of our travels throughout Asia have been by motorcycle. It’s a great way to travel and one that I would certainly never do on my own. ”
– This one stuck to me. If you happen to be in the Philippines during one of those adventures, visit my hometown Dumaguete City. It’s known for motorcycles. People decide not to drive cars there. They have motorcycles instead. So you can rent one easily and go around the beautiful island of Negros.
Now I sound like a travel brochure. Tsk tsk.
Anyhow, I love your blog. Love it to bits. I find the way you write about Asian culture sensitive, sincere, and earnest. Hope this goes on and on…
oh and by the way, you and your fiance look perfect together. your love story is soooo romantic. i wish you all the best in november next year.
John,
I’ve already explained the title of my blog several times. Forgive me for choosing not to include your comment. If you had taken the time to dig a little deeper instead of spending two seconds here and lashing out with an unsubstantiated claim, you’d already know this.
I’ve written several posts about Pearl S. Buck and her book, My Several Worlds. I used this title because this is my favorite book and it has been a constant source of inspiration since I left Canada five years ago. I’ve also tagged my blog title with A Global Mind in Asia (which is my own creation) so as not to confuse her fans.
This addition prevents publishers from coming after me and allows me to pay tribute to one of the greatest writers who has ever lived.
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I’m so happy for both of you. Anyway, best wishes and looking forward to your wedding day! I’m sure you’ll be the most beautiful bride. Maybe you can share your wedding pictures here.
Keep on sharing your travel adventures!
Asian Traveler,
Thanks for dropping by! Blog Catalog is such a rewarding site when it comes to meeting like-minded individuals. Your travel site is terrific and I’m looking forward to hearing about your next travel adventures. I will be posting wedding pictures for sure…along with our trip photos from North America and Mexico.
I can’t wait for you to get home! When do you arrive?
Hey hun,
November 11th. I’ve got less than a month to go. Woo-hoo!
wanted to say congrats on the marriage and welcome to the club!
ps. merry christmas and thanks for the refers from your page
much love,
m.
Hi Carrie,
Nice to meet you and your several worlds. Its good to see that you guys are living your dreams.Its Awesome! BTW Wish you a very Happy Married Life.
I’ll keep in touch. Tc
Nivin
Hi Nivin,
You’re a new reader, aren’t you? Wow. Thanks for all of your comments. I can tell that you really took the time to poke around My Several Worlds. I tried to return the favor earlier this week and wasn’t able to access your site. I’ll be sure to keep trying. Thanks again and don’t be a stranger!
Hi Carrie,
Yes I’m a new reader, Yea I took some time to look around and seems worth it! Still havent finished! Dont mention it.. I’ll be sincere with my comments. We are not strangers anymore. I’m very new to blogging (photoblogging)..and it seems really cool,a way to make some friends around the globe with a similar interest to share with.
Sorry I typed it wrong, here is my site..
http://www.wollreflections.wordpress.com/
That self portrait is simply awesome. looking forward to see more of those.
(sorry if repeated..)
Hi Carrie, I'm a fan of photography for sure, inspired by National Geographic photography since childhood. Brief about myself:: Yeah! my site is a photography site.. to share and improve my photography skills and to make new friends too. My artworks are mainly charcoal/pencil sketches mainly portraits, an occasional painter too. I love to travel around de globe, and photograph every bit; a bit adventurous too(lol). I do collect toy cars & coins. I love to design things, no matter what.
follow the link to one of my work, just to show you–never published!
http://wollreflections.wordpress.com/favorites/
Give it a go and lemme know what you think about it..
Thanks for replying, Nivin. I'm sorry for my late response. I'm always curious about were people are coming from, especially if they like to comment, like you do! I really enjoyed poking around your site last week. I'll stop by again this weekend for another peek.
Great site, found your site through DPS. My wife and I are also expats from the US currently living in North Africa. I'm adding you to my blogroll and looking forward to seeing and learning more through your blog.
Hi Jack,
Welcome to My Several Worlds, and thank you for your comments regarding my photography. North Africa! I’m on my way now to check out what prompted you to move there. I’m sure there’s a story. I took a brief look at your site yesterday and I must say, your photography is captivating! (But I already expected that.) Thanks very much for stopping by and I hope to see you again soon.
Just wanted to say amazing work as usual
Thanks Michelle!
Carrie!!! I miss you!! I admit I don’t spend much time online reading blogs but it’s great to be able to hear your stories here
I hope I get to see you soon. Hugs xo
Daena,
I miss you too. I wish I could keep you personally updated, but since we only connect on Skype rarely, blogging really is the next best thing. xx
just wanted to drop by to say how inspiring you are, miss you. Hugs
Hi Carrie,
Bet you are missing all this snow we have this winter.
Hopefully I get to meet John next time you make it home.
Hi Uncle Ray,
I’m so glad I got a chance to see you and Aunt Barb this summer. It really wasn’t enough time though, was it? I will be sure to bring John back soon so you can meet him. Hope you are both staying well! xx