So I went through a few things that made it in my backpack, but some items where not so appealing. Things I’m not bringing: Guidebook (paper copy) – I’ve always taken guidebooks in the past but I’m trying something new this time around and here’s why. There are electronic versions out there along with apps […]
I heard that the Peak was a must for any first time visitor of Hong Kong, so after meeting some Australian guys at my hostel, I convinced them to join me on checking it out. We grabbed our cameras, tripods and some beers and headed for the top of Hong Kong. What we found was […]
I’ll be traveling for some periods with a few friends that are newbs when it comes to backpacking and they’ve asked me about what I’m packing. Now I’ve only been on three “backpacking” trips per se and none of them exceeded 3 weeks (much shorter than this one), so I am by no means an […]
I am constantly asked this question when I tell people I quit my job and am leaving for Asia. Problem is, I sort of hate it because I’m not really sure how to answer it. I don’t really have a set plan.
When I tell people of my plans, I generally get a similar reaction along the lines of “I’m jealous,” “I hate you,” and “I wish I could just pick up and leave like that.” But the way I see it, anyone could do what I’m doing. I’m not doing anything too out of the ordinary […]