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A Bamboo Forest Cabin In The Japanese Countryside

May 14, 2017 by The Runaway Guide Leave a Comment

Our train hurries away from the murky concrete sprawl of the world’s largest metropolis. It now hangs slow and tight along a winding ridge. A bright green bamboo forest brushes by. It suddenly gives way to an expanse of fields and mountains that take some seconds to comprehend. In the distance, pinks, reds and whites juxtapose dark greens. The colors flow down into […]

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Jetwing Sea: A Perfect Start To Sri Lanka

June 23, 2015 by The Runaway Guide Leave a Comment

I wanted to give myself some time to relax before the start of Travel Blog Conference Asia. To be honest, I was pretty nervous about meeting everyone and definitely didn’t want to be jet lagged. So I decided to accept an invitation to stay at a hotel for the first few nights. The hotel was located close to […]

Filed Under: Hideouts Tagged: hideouts, runaway retreats, sri lanka

How To Live In Sweden For Cheap

June 26, 2014 by The Runaway Guide 12 Comments

At 8 pm the sun shines powerfully about 30 degrees above the horizon. It’s warm glow caresses your skin and you can’t believe it’s still so strong. At 9 pm horizontal rays engulf dense pine forests and radiate over green meadows. The land is painted a golden and mystic dusk. At 10 pm, and for the next hour, time is forgotten as the […]

Filed Under: Hideouts Tagged: runaway retreats, sweden

A Relaxing Retreat In The Sicilian Countryside (26$/night!)

May 11, 2014 by The Runaway Guide 10 Comments

The last time I was in Italy, my bag was ransacked on a train while I went to the bathroom, I got scammed into a fake iPad by a Houdini, and saw a man get pick pocketed by a group of gypsy kids. Needless to say, I had an awful time and I wasn’t planning on returning anytime soon. […]

Filed Under: Hideouts Tagged: african asylum, italy, runaway retreats, sicily

Secluded Thai Beach Retreat

March 24, 2014 by The Runaway Guide 2 Comments

Envision that exotic island paradise you’ve seen in magazines and dreams. You’re lounging in a hammock in a beautiful bungalow overlooking a private beach. At anytime you can order a plate of Pad Thai, a pork sandwich or a ripe coconut. If the tranquility becomes overwhelming, you can jump on your scooter and head to […]

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A Psychedelic Retreat In The Foot Hills Of The Himalayas

March 17, 2014 by The Runaway Guide 14 Comments

marajuana, weed plants in nepal

Of the few who ever visit, most are drawn by the unique wild life. There are elephants, rhinoceros, crocodiles, oxen, peacocks, and even the elusive Bengal Tiger. But there are a “special” few who go for something a bit less traditional. In the foot hills of the Himalayas exists a kind of hippie heaven. It’s […]

Filed Under: Hideouts Tagged: drugs, nepal, runaway retreats

Ultimate Guide To Renting Apartments On Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

December 7, 2013 by The Runaway Guide 19 Comments

In 1934, Aldous Huxley deemed Lake Atitlan the most beautiful lake in the world. He wasn’t exaggerating. Lago De Atitlan is more than simply beautiful; it’s a 5 star feast for all the senses. The turquoise blue water, the lush green mountains, the glow of three volcanoes, and towering clouds overwhelm the eyes. An array […]

Filed Under: Hideouts Tagged: central america, guatemala, runaway retreats

Discover Pura Vida In Pavones, Costa Rica

March 30, 2013 by The Runaway Guide 5 Comments

costa rican sunset through the palm trees

This place is the Pura Vida spirit. It sings with life from every direction. On one side, the calls of Howler Monkeys, Macaws, and crickets, echo through the sweet tropical air. On the other, the mellow drone of the worlds second longest left surf breaks beckons. You are immersed in nature and can do nothing […]

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Relax Or Volunteer At A Hostel In The Sky

March 10, 2013 by The Runaway Guide 21 Comments

the bar at poste rojo hostel

The light of the early morning trickles through the canopy of the jungle. The leaves whisper under a cool spring tasting breeze that passes through the screens of my private tree house. My senses are slowly caressed into a blissful morning state of mind. In the hundreds of hostels I have visited in my nearly […]

Filed Under: Hideouts Tagged: central america, nicaragua, runaway retreats

El Salvadorian Surf Retreat for 300$/month

February 28, 2013 by The Runaway Guide 10 Comments

the best hostel in el tunco

Among Central America’s right breaks, it has one of the longest and most consistant. The warmth of the water is just a fraction of the warmth of its people. Papusas, tacos, burritos, coconuts and papayas are always ready to eat. Budget backpackers and travelers of all types are welcome and thrive in it. When you […]

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Live In The South Of France and Get Paid 500 Euro/Month

February 5, 2013 by The Runaway Guide 18 Comments

beautiful harbor in antibes france

If you think that the spectacular South Of France is limited to the likes of celebrities and the super rich, then for the most part, you would be right. Hotels are expensive and even hostel dorms don’t go for less than 30 Euro a night. Fortunately, there is a way to enjoy all that the […]

Filed Under: Hideouts Tagged: france, runaway retreats

Runaway Hideouts: Secret Spots, Retreats, Best Value

February 2, 2013 by The Runaway Guide 6 Comments

One of my favorite things about backpacking the world is finding cool locations. I love discovering secret spots where I can hide out for a few months. My ideal retreats are where accommodation is free or super cheap, where the sun is always shining and a beach or mountain lake is not far away, where […]

Filed Under: Hideouts Tagged: accommodation, budget, runaway retreats

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When I was 16 I ran away from home and traveled the world with nothing but the clothes on my back. Over 10 years later and I'm still "on the run," surviving in style, thriving off adventure, searching for that elusive road to enlightenment, and cultivating the life of travel that I want to live. More...

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