:( hi Ben! surely the sentiment has now spread among your readers. i still cant accept that my world tour, courtesy of your blog, is now over. somehow i was hoping you'll extend or something. maybe you'll write some retrospectives, or compile your journals into a book? just a few days ago i was re-reading your china and japan entries, still as enjoyable as ever. it was a wonderful journey and i wish you all opportunities to do the next one!
I was anticpating this final blog would see you go down in a blaze of glory after getting deported in a highly charged jaywalking spat with a local law inforcement officer!
Although I plead with you to write a final final blog, turning that critical lense on your own country, after so long away you may able to see it as only a foreigner can.
Good Riddance...until next time,-)
Same feelings here after (only) 14 months travelling.
And yes, I felt lost also when I got home.
But.....here's some good news:
both of us found really nice jobs within 6 weeks + a lovely house within 8 weeks.
Hope to see you soon.
Hey Ben - it's been a pleasure following your trip. The only even remotely similar experience I've had that makes me empathetic to the heart-squeezing realization of the end of a chapter was a 6-month hike on the Appalachian Trail. I sobbed the whole last mile, crestfallen that such an experience should have to end. And so I can only imagine what three years of constant adventure will be like to 'recover' from in the sense of assimilation back into 'normal' life. I wish you all the best and know that we haven't heard the last from you. Your blog has inspired countless souls out here living vicariously and for that we thank you. Cheers and good luck!
Alisa
Welcome Hi Ben, ich kann mir vorstellen wie du dich fuehlst, bei mir waren es das letzte mal nur 12 monate. Die naechsten monate werden ein bisserl verwirrend sein , aber dann faengst du an davon zu zehren und bist reicher als jeder um dich rum.
Wie gesagt, wenn du mal in Zurich bist , lass mich wisen, werude mich freuen mit dir ein bier trinken zu gehen,
Alles gute,
Florian
Have been reading your blog for a while, its very very good. I guess, by looking at your plans your back home now. I know the feeling of coming back home. When its been such along time home is almost not the word any more, what was once so familiar is now just as strange as some very distant corner. Strange feelings of being nervous when meeting friends, endless catch up conversations... it takes some time to get used to it all.
I am sure everyone would like to hear how u felt when you got back and how you have tried to adjust to 'real' life again and of course a reflective summary.
keep it up its great!
managua I was thinking about traveling somewhere to a foreign country and renting a room or small house or apartment? Do you think Managua would be a good place? I am on a budget and have little to spend. Like a poverty thing. I would just live frugal maybe buy a used bicycle and shop at produce markets and cook my own meals be sober drink coffee.etc.
What amazing scenery. I've just stumbled across your blog - you must be having a fantastic time, I'm very jealous!! One day I hope to do the same as you, travel the world with my camera :)
Maylaysia and Thailand travel Must tell you we have enjoyed your blogs as we have done many of the same places. Lots of memories brought back !! We are flying into Singapour and spending 7 weeks travelling up the Maylayian Pennisular and through Thailand. I know you are busy but if you could give us the best way to do this or any suggestions we would really appreciate it. We are adventurous and looking forward to this trip.
Marilyn
I'll try not to be sarcastic...
Way to ruin an otherwise good entry: making a real lame-ass, unfunny joke about heavily tattooed people looking like criminals. That's very poor taste, Ben, and it denigrates me and all other self-respecting tattoo lovers, not mentioning the fact that tattoos have gotten a lot more social acceptance in the last 5-10 years, to the point of being downright fashionable (the latter of which is unfortunate).
Maybe it really is not the worst idea for you to return home to Germany and go back to your generic corporate job and suiting up again, instead of looking awkward wearing a nice indigenous design on your body (you proto-criminal!).
Immer besser Hi Ben,
Dein Travel-Blog war von Anfang an interessant, aber zum Ende Deines "Dreams" legst Du doch tatsächlich noch etwas drauf. ;-)
Toller Beitrag! What about "Schulball"? ;-)
Gruß,
DD
Sarawak Hi from New Zealand. I stumbled upon your blog as I was reading about Sarawak. You put me to shame that you had been to more places than I, a Sarawak born. Are you still traveling?
good-looking brain May I have permission to use your MRI as an avatar? There will be no money involved. Non-commercial use as an icon or avatar.
Thank you.
Your coming Home To make your return a little bit easier:
We have Indian summer (Goldener Oktober) with a lot of sun and it is not really cold. I hope it will last untill you come back! Enjoy your last weeks! Walter
Living the Dream - Ben travels around South America - July 2022 until August 2023
In July 2022 - after a two-year, Covid-induced delay - I left on a year-long sabbatical. Starting in Madrid (Spain), my travels took me all across South America. I moved pretty slowly, taking my time to properly explore and roam, before returning home to Berlin (Germany) in August 2023.
I hope you enjoy my stories as much as I enjoy my journey. Any feedback (public comment on any blog entry or a private m... full info
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hi Ben! surely the sentiment has now spread among your readers. i still cant accept that my world tour, courtesy of your blog, is now over. somehow i was hoping you'll extend or something. maybe you'll write some retrospectives, or compile your journals into a book? just a few days ago i was re-reading your china and japan entries, still as enjoyable as ever. it was a wonderful journey and i wish you all opportunities to do the next one!