About

Hi! I am Ian

In 2020, I took the plunge into solo travel, jetting off to Colombia, and oh boy, did that trip light a fire in me! I bid farewell to my desk job at a marketing agency and dove headfirst into freelance work, all to fuel my newfound wanderlust. First stop: Mexico. I danced my way through its vibrant streets for about 9 months, then hopped over to Guatemala for a quick two-month stint before teaming up with a buddy to explore Peru.

But my South American adventures were just the beginning! Europe beckoned, and I answered its call with a whirlwind tour through the UK, Portugal, Spain, the Netherlands, Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, and Germany. Once I’d soaked up all the European charm I could handle, it was time to set my sights on Asia.

Back in my home state of Georgia, I ate Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisine, gearing up for my big journey across the globe. Bangkok was my gateway to a world of flavors, sights, and experiences, as I traversed Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam, and the Philippines. But it was in South Korea that I found my true travel love.

South Korea swept me off my feet with its tantalizing cuisine, sleek metro system, bustling nightlife, and endless array of activities. Seoul, in particular, felt like a perpetual party, with new adventures around every corner.

So, here I am, ready to share all of my favorite spots – the hidden gems and local haunts that stole my heart, alongside the love of my life, my girlfriend. This blog isn’t about cliché recommendations from travel guides; it’s about the real deal – the places that we truly love. So buckle up, folks, and get ready for a wild ride! Hope you’re as excited as we are! Check out my Korea travel blog. 🌍✈️

Travel FAQs

1. How can I afford to travel so often?

I have been performing SEO work for over six years, and I’m fortunate that this job can be easily done remotely. I utilize Upwork to engage with clients and have established a good rapport with several of them.

3. Have I ever been in danger?

Surprisingly, no! As long as you heed cautionary warnings from accommodations and fellow travelers, and exercise caution in cities known to be a bit more dangerous, you should be fine.

2. Where do I stay when I travel?

I stay in a variety of accommodations, including hostels, hotels, guesthouses, and Airbnbs. Because I work remotely, I must assess places for their internet connectivity. Therefore, Booking.com and Airbnb are my preferred platforms for evaluating internet access at a location. I enjoy staying in hostels on weekends because they tend to be more social, and I use HostelWorld to evaluate them before usually booking through Booking.com.

What are my best travel tips?

Pack light; you can always purchase forgotten items upon arrival. Walking long distances in the heat can be challenging when you overpack. Bring a small amount of detergent so you can wash your underwear and socks in the sink. This will save time on laundry and conserve packing space.