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Welcome to Riel American!! Starting Over. Living Differently!!

After 31 years in the classroom, I retired, packed up my life and moved to Cambodia to start a new chapter. Riel American is about travel, retirement, food, culture, and discovering how far your money and sense of adventure can take you.

Riel American
Starting Over, Living Differently
Top 5 Accessories For The Ultimate Camp Kitchen
Sep 15

Sep 15 Top 5 Accessories For The Ultimate Camp Kitchen

Doug Torgersen
Camping, Travel America

After years of camping and road trips, these are five camp kitchen accessories I found genuinely useful for making meals easier, cleaner, and enjoyable outdoors.

Discover Barcelona's Enchanting Marvels: A Two-Day Exploration Guide
Jun 1

Jun 1 Discover Barcelona's Enchanting Marvels: A Two-Day Exploration Guide

Doug Torgersen
European Travel, Travel

Discover the vibrant allure of Barcelona with our comprehensive travel guide. From breathtaking architecture to tantalizing cuisine, plan your dream trip to Barcelona today!

3 Reasons To Choose A T@B Teardrop Trailer
May 10

May 10 3 Reasons To Choose A T@B Teardrop Trailer

Doug Torgersen
Camping, Travel America, Travel
The Ultimate 7-Week U.S. National Parks Road Trip
May 11

May 11 The Ultimate 7-Week U.S. National Parks Road Trip

Doug Torgersen
Travel America

Route → miles → campgrounds → nights → estimated current costs → what I'd change today.

Why I Stopped Booking All-Inclusive Resorts
Nov 25

Nov 25 Why I Stopped Booking All-Inclusive Resorts

Doug Torgersen
Travel, Travel Style

All-inclusive resorts promise convenience, relaxation, and a worry free vacation; but my experience left me wondering what travelers are giving up in return. Here are the reasons I stopped booking them and started traveling differently.

Knock Your Socks Off Packing List For Women
Nov 10

Nov 10 Knock Your Socks Off Packing List For Women

Doug Torgersen
Travel, Minimalist Travel, Travel Style

A Woman’s Guide To Packing Light For Extended Travel

Gravity Defying Arches National Park
Oct 26

Oct 26 Gravity Defying Arches National Park

Doug Torgersen
Travel, Food and Drink, Travel America

Your Guide To the Most Gravity Defying Sites At Arches National Park

Know Before You Go
Oct 20

Oct 20 Know Before You Go

Doug Torgersen
Travel, Travel Style

Simple Suggestions For Reducing Stress And Anxiety When Planning and Traveling

Unmasking Venice
Oct 12

Oct 12 Unmasking Venice

Doug Torgersen
European Travel, Travel

Your Two Day Guide to Discover Venice

Knock Your Socks Off Packing List For Men (Updated September 2026)
Oct 5

Oct 5 Knock Your Socks Off Packing List For Men (Updated September 2026)

Doug Torgersen
Travel, Minimalist Travel, Travel Style

A Guide To Packing Light For Extended Travel

Crêpes: The Best Souvenir From France
Sep 28

Sep 28 Crêpes: The Best Souvenir From France

Doug Torgersen
European Travel, Food and Drink

Your Step By Step Guide To Making France’s Most Famous Street Food

Discover Montpellier: Paris’ Sexy Sister In The South
Sep 21

Sep 21 Discover Montpellier: Paris’ Sexy Sister In The South

Doug Torgersen
Travel, European Travel

Your Guide to Montpellier And The Languedoc-Roussillion.

Top Ten Things To Do And See In Paris
Sep 15

Sep 15 Top Ten Things To Do And See In Paris

Doug Torgersen
European Travel, Travel

A Quick Visual Top Ten For Paris

3 Days in Paris:  The Perfect First-Time Itinerary
Sep 14

Sep 14 3 Days in Paris: The Perfect First-Time Itinerary

Doug Torgersen
Travel, European Travel

Planning three days in Paris? This itinerary covers the city’s must see sights, charming neighborhoods, great food, and practical tips to help you make the most of a short visit.

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