There is a saying that Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkien popularized in a poem included in his book Fellowship of the Ring; he assured those who travel and see the world are not …
Author: Nikolaj Salinger
After graduating from university, Nikolaj went off to backpack across South East Asia to recharge himself for the next chapter of his life. Realizing there was more to explore, he ditched his return flight home and decided to wander some more. While he sees backpacking as an expression of freedom, Nikolaj gets easily attached to a place, and stay there longer than usual. Over the course of three years, he’s had several jobs, usually at hostels where he stays, bookstores, and restaurants. He’s met people from all walks of life and still keeps in touch with them. If he has time to spare, he reads and writes voraciously, much of which is dedicated to this blog.
Food Business Ideas for Chefs and Bakers Who Do Not Want to Open a Restaurant
For food entrepreneurs, opening a restaurant is not your only option. Whatever your reason may be, whether you lack the funds for a physical store or do not want to manage one, you can always …
Marketing Strategies to Maximize the Word-of-Mouth Method
Now that digital technology has advanced a lot compared to previous decades, new marketing methods are popping up recently. These methods make it more manageable for companies to promote and sell their products and services. …
Dating in Seattle: 3 Date Spots You Should Try
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4 Types of Neapolitan-Style Pizza
There are many pizza varieties nowadays, but if you have not sunk your teeth into Neapolitan-style pizza yet, then you are missing out a lot. This is a simple pizza style that originated from the …
Top Ways to Ensure the Success of Your Corporate Party
Corporate parties are big events that celebrate milestones. However, if you’re planning them, they can be a big headache. If you’ve been given the job, then you have an intimidating task ahead of you. Here …
WWOOFING in Southeast Asia: Top 5 Countries for Your WWOOF Adventure
Farming has never been my strongest suit, having been a city boy most of my life. When you live in a city like mine, the only nature you ever get to see comes from your …
Japan on a Shoestring: Budget Tips
It’s no secret to the backpacking community that Japan is an expensive destination. The purist budget traveler in me would stay away from it, but it’s hard to ignore the country’s rich culture, enigmatic cityscapes, …
Chasing Waterfalls in North Bali
Imagine golden sunrises, misty unpaved roads, and lushly forested trails that lead to a mystical waterfall. Even for a top tourist destination, Bali still offers plenty of surprises. If you’re not one for crowds and …
Southeast Asia on a Shoestring: Discovering the Banana Pancake Trail
Southeast Asia is a rite of passage for backpackers, given the dazzling array of places to visit. But if you’re on a shoestring budget and want to discover as many countries as you can, The …