The most exciting way to run away in the USA is to take a road trip. Not only does car travel allow one to freely traverse and explore the vast and diverse states of the America but it also immerses one into the American car culture. More so than any other country, America has been […]
Old People & Florida
If you ask Jerry Seinfeld about Florida and Old people, he would tell you, “They Drive Slow and they sit low. The State flag of Florida should be a hat, a steering wheel, and some knuckles on it.” And for the most part, I couldn’t agree with him more. A great deal of my time […]
Save The Cows, Eat DOG Instead
One of my favorite things about travel is experiencing a culture far from my own. I love to learn about various customs, beliefs and traditions from around the world. I find it so fascinating because it enables me to examine and reflect on my own culture. And doing so forces me to question my own […]
Escape From Japan: In A Hurry Or On A Budget
I woke up early on the morning I was to leave Tokyo. The sun was out but there was a strong wind and it appeared to be coming from the north. With radiation fears at the top of my mind, I put myself into survival mode. I swiftly packed my bag, and by 9am I was […]
The Radiation Sensation
“Powerfull explosion at the Fukushima Daiichi Reactor” “Bans On Japanese Imports Amidst Radiation Fears” “Radiation Could Damage Health” were just a few of myriad headlines which dominated the news in the days following the largest quake in Japans recorded history. While foreign media portrayed the crisis as comparable to Chernobyl, the Japanese media and officials […]
Runaway photo of the week
We were meant to attend my friend’s cousin’s meeting in Petaluma, northern California. Instead, we decided to ascend one of countless majestic hills to catch a glimpse of the setting spring time sun. We definitely made the right choice. Among the beautiful scenes that I have had the privilege to see, this definitely ranks in […]
An Earthquake State Of Mind
Over the course of my travels I have been witness to some pretty intense events, both natural and manmade. I have been held captive by furious forest fires in the city of Santa Barbara, California. My body and senses have been overcome by fear in the midst of a terrorist attack on the Taba Hilton […]
The Bulgarian Border Bonanza
It was a cool summers night and although the doors of the holding facility were open, the bars of my cell were asphyxiating. I couldn’t take being locked up. I just couldn’t take it. I desperately craved the freedom of the road again and I knew I had to escape. I began talking with the […]
How To Fly For Cheap
Your plane ticket is probably the largest investment you will make for your backpacking adventure. Today, after 9/11 and the financial crisis, flying is more expensive than ever. Fuel surcharge, homeland security tax, airport tax and even tax on the tax! It has become a bit ridiculous. However, it is still possible to find a […]
How To Run Away As An Adult
A lot of you older folks are probably thinking, what is this guide, what is this madness? I want to runaway, but not like this. Admittedly, my guides are fairly budget backpacker oriented. Regardless, no matter how old you are, you can runaway too! You can pick up, change your career and change your life! […]
Runaway Guide To Norway
According to Bill Bryson, “The best that can be said for Norwegian television is that it gives you the sensation of a coma without the worry and inconvenience.” While this may have been true in the 1970’s, Norwegian television has definitely improved. Regardless, if you’re thinking about heading to Norway, you probably won’t be spending […]
How To Pick Your Backpack
Your backpack is unquestionably the most important piece of equipment you will need for your backpacking adventure. Sometimes it will be your dearest friend and support your head on those long train rides. It will provide you with a comfortable seat or backrest when you get tired. You will cuddle with it on the floors […]
