I Miss the Honeymoon Period
Being ‘stuck’ in Vietnam for 13 months and counting as covid does its shitty thing has made me realise something: my life is one long honeymoon period. Or, it was until now. You know that…
Are You Frightened of Me?
He came over to me and just started talking. "Where are you going? What are you doing? I’ve never done this before. I’m a loner, I hate people. I never talk to them usually. But…
The Perils of Being a Little Bit Fat in Vietnam
Let’s get two things straight. I am a little bit fat. I am currently living in Vietnam. Separately, I love both of these facts very much. Combined, they can be a bit of a nightmare…
Meet Andy, the Worst Landlord in the World
When you travel to places for just a couple of months at a time, it can be tricky to find decent accommodation. Often, you’re forced to book a place without being in the same city/country/continent…
How Not to be a Gringo Idiot in Medellin
This post is by Sean Stapleton, a lovely stranger off the internet. He's a gringo living in Medellin but don't panic, he's not one of the shit ones. Through his own mistakes and the jaw-dropping…
This ‘Dating Coach’ Teaches Dudes How to Pull Medellín Girls
If you’ve ever read this blog before, you’ll know that I've had major troubles with Medellín dating. But today I learned that my man troubles were nothing compared to what Colombian ladies have to deal…
I’ve Got Reverse Culture Shock
Last year, when I came home after a ten-month trip I found it super hard to adjust to my motherland after being away from her for so long. I had some serious reverse culture shock. I've…
My Worst Travel Day Ever
Travelling is the best thing ever and I bloody love it. I’m well lucky to get to do it all the time and most days I wake up like “how is this even real life”.…