It can be difficult to understand feeling homesick when you're in a faraway land. With so many new things around to experience - some of which might be once in a lifetime experiences - it's easy to think you should just be able to snap out of any funk. But just because you're on the road doesn't mean your emotions aren't with you too.

The temples of Angkor are some of the most stunning architectural gems in the world. Most of that world, though, had never heard of them until they were featured as a backdrop for the 2001 movie Tomb Raider. I will humbly admit that when we began planning our trip, I didn't even know what country they were in.

When you travel overland into Cambodia, there's a strong possibility you'll have to give the border guards a little extra money on top of the legal entrance fee. But don't worry: it's not as scary as it sounds.

I knew before we left on our round-the-world trip there would be times when I'd have to use the fine art of haggling. Hailing from the US where haggling isn't done, I felt a mixture of excitement and dread. What if I paid too much? What if I appeared greedy? Or worse, what if I haggled in a place where it wasn't appropriate to do so?

Some of these photos are prime examples of enthusiastic English, some highlight cultural differences, and others are simply funny in that "school yard humor" sort of way. No matter, each of these photos has made us smile, and perhaps they'll make you smile too!