Everything began with a restless spirit yearning for something different, for a life that snapped, crackled and popped with more… More energy, more risk, more reward, more raw experiences. Ultimately, I was looking upon the open road for more experiences, more connections, and more meaning. This is the story of how a penniless backpacker transitioned…
Author: Will Hatton
The Rise of Digital Nomads in Bali
What does a backpacker do when they run out of money? These days, there are more options than ever for those wishing to stay on the road or make it their very way of life… Digital nomads are popping up all over the place. Many are just starting out and leaving their home countries for…
From Backpacker to Hostel Owner
Since I was a kid, I had always dreamed of traveling the world. I think my obsession began when my dad bought me a stack of old National Geographics from a charity shop. I read them cover to cover dozens of times, inspired and bewitched by far off places, untouched landscapes and exotic cultures. I…
Solo Travel to Iran – Hitchhiking, Tinder and a 30-Day Marriage
True love lets nothing stand in its way. It transcends national boundaries, diplomatic animosities and cyber tyranny to bring two hearts together. This is more than mere poetic sentiments, it’s a living, breathing truth I found out for myself when I decided to travel to Iran earlier this year. Little did I know at the time…