Dysentery, a death threat, and five hours on a crammed Ethiopian minibus had me seriously questioning my vacation choices.

The Long-Ass Road to Skardu

Former research chemist Jenna Flogeras quit her PhD program in Canada and then a corporate gig abroad to fly by the seat of her pants and roam the planet at her own pace. Her adventures have led to some bizarre situations, serendipitous encounters, and unlikely friendships. For more stories, check out www.roguechemistblog.com, @jennaflogeras (Instagram), and Rogue Chemist (Facebook).