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The open road. It beckons with promises of adventure, the thrill of the unknown, and occasionally, the downright bizarre. But amidst the whirlwind of new experiences, there’s a hidden treasure that often goes unnoticed until you’re knee-deep in nostalgia: the friendships forged along the way. These aren’t just any friendships; they’re the kind that withstand …
You might think a day on a deserted island sounds like paradise, but let me tell you, it’s a wild adventure! Picture this: I find myself on Tiaraunu, the largest of eleven uninhabited islands on the Tetiaroa Atoll in French Polynesia, armed only with two baguettes and a million coconut palms. From dodging giant birds …
In 1997, during my third trip to the enchanting realm of French Polynesia, I stumbled across a brochure that appeared to be crafted in the 1970s. It advertised Tetiaroa, the exclusive private atoll of the late Marlon Brando, located 50 kilometers north of Tahiti. Until then, I had barely heard of this hidden gem, but …
In 1992, Phi Phi Island was a gem hidden in the Andaman Sea, a sanctuary of natural beauty and tranquility that seemed almost otherworldly. As a young adventurer, I found myself on this idyllic island, a place that bore little resemblance to the bustling tourist hotspot it would later become. Back then, Phi Phi was …
In March 1992, as a young 22-year-old, I embarked on a journey to Hong Kong—a vibrant city that was, at the time, still a jewel of the British Empire. The Hong Kong of 1992 was a place like no other, a bustling metropolis where East met West in a unique blend of cultures, commerce, and …
In September 1991, I embarked on a journey that would mark my first trip to a far-off destination and symbolize a new chapter in my life. At 22 years old, I was ready to explore the world beyond the confines of my familiar surroundings, a world that had just begun to open up after the …
As a child, my imagination often wandered to distant shores, even while sitting in the confines of a classroom. The moment my eyes landed on a world map hanging on the wall, I was transported to far-off lands, leaving behind the teacher’s voice and the mundane reality of my East German upbringing. Each curve of …
When we think about long-haul flights today, we often take for granted the myriad entertainment options, cozy seats, and in-flight services that make the journey more bearable. But rewind the clock 30 years, and flying was a vastly different experience. Let’s explore how air travel has evolved, mainly focusing on how passengers coped with boredom …
Sri Lanka in September 1991. The country is marked by civil war in the north of the island, at the southern tip near India. The nation is struggling with Tamil separatists who want to declare the north of the island independent. In the area where I stayed, you notice nothing except a few military roadblocks …