Traveler, Adventurer, Entrepreneur
. When I tell people I’ve been hitchhiking around foreign countries for the last two years, I’m often met with the response “Really? That works? People actually stop for you?” It works quite well, in fact, so I’ve written this article to give the non-hitchhikers out there an idea of Continue Reading
Every August, a number of hitchhikers from around the world gather somewhere in Europe to meet new friends, reconnect with old friends, and celebrate the life of freedom that they have discovered through non-consumerist travel. The location of each Hitchgathering is decided whenever somebody suggests a good spot that fits Continue Reading
Kyrgyzstan, the land of hospitality. A place where simply walking down the street with a smile earns you invitations into people’s homes for shared meals and accommodation. A place where nobody worries that you might be a psycho killer or a robber because you’re a guest to their Continue Reading
Background Traveling in Kyrgyzstan was an experience completely different from anywhere else I’ve been. I mean, not just a cliche “they have different architecture and good food” kind of unique, but this country added a whole new level to my understanding of how people live in this world. Being Continue Reading
To skip directly to the list, click here. Otherwise, read on about how this type of travel became my lifestyle over the last couple months. There are infinite different ways to travel. When many people picture travel, they imagine all-inclusive vacations consisting of beaches, spas, fancy restaurants, and Continue Reading
I arrived in Belgrade, Serbia, after dark and without a clue where I was going, but luckily the guy who gave me a ride was willing to call the person I was staying with, take me into the city center, and drop me off at her apartment. This was the Continue Reading
