quidproquo Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 (edited) I've tried out solo travelling to countries like Chiang Mai and Hong Kong. Ultimately had a very interesting experience by doing couch-surfing @ locals' homes and to learn some much things from their lifestyles. Kindda on hooked onto doing solo trips, as you'll tend to enjoy the peace and serenity by having total freedom in choosing wherever you plan to go and whatever you want to do! It is not uncommon to see solo travellers roaming around by their own, but mostly caucasian. One of my couch-surfing host's apartment mate who happened to be Vietnamese introduced me to Sapa in Vietnam which can be reached via train from Hanoi. He mentioned that it is very cooling up high in the mountaineous area. The beautiful place better known to locals than to tourists (that conversation was like a year ago), so it might be packed with tourists now, i really ain't sure. I have been wanting to give it a shot this time and just made myself bought a single flight ticket for myself to Hanoi (2nd Nov - 7th Nov 2017) just now. Rash much? Edited August 1, 2017 by Kevin Tsoi shyboi 1 Quote line: shootkevtsoi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shyboi Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 It's not rash. That's the thrilling part. I intend to go to Sapa too....but free only in Mid-December. Do share your experience there after your trip. quidproquo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quidproquo Posted August 1, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 Thanks! Yeah i will definitely share more on the trip. Pretty hyped up for this adventurous trip! haha shyboi 1 Quote line: shootkevtsoi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben S Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 hmm, I suppose couch surfing has the benefit of meeting locals and getting direction from them on where to go, what to eat, what to do, etc .... but, if you're looking to add some sex during the trip, it will be bit hard to bring back guys .... well, can always go to sauna, I suppose. I think I'm more into traveling with someone on similar time frame .... can either share accom or separate. if have similar interest, then can go around together ... safer with someone around. if didn't have same interest , can still has the option to go alone ... but with added security that someone knows where you are. and still have the option to meet locals too. also, if you're couch surfing, have to follow rules of the host. just be careful on whose place you're staying .... don't watch those horror movies note: I never been to Vietnam ... it is on my list of places to visit, so, let me know the highlights also Philipines and Cambodia quidproquo and shyboi 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quidproquo Posted August 1, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 1 minute ago, Ben S said: hmm, I suppose couch surfing has the benefit of meeting locals and getting direction from them on where to go, what to eat, what to do, etc .... but, if you're looking to add some sex during the trip, it will be bit hard to bring back guys .... well, can always go to sauna, I suppose. I think I'm more into traveling with someone on similar time frame .... can either share accom or separate. if have similar interest, then can go around together ... safer with someone around. if didn't have same interest , can still has the option to go alone ... but with added security that someone knows where you are. and still have the option to meet locals too. also, if you're couch surfing, have to follow rules of the host. just be careful on whose place you're staying .... don't watch those horror movies note: I never been to Vietnam ... it is on my list of places to visit, so, let me know the highlights also Philipines and Cambodia Yeah there's a lot of factors to consider while travelling alone or when couch-surfing. Yes yes i will update you on this! Quote line: shootkevtsoi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben S Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 this is what my friend REALLY want to go in Vietnam http://oxalis.com.vn/cave/son-doong-cave/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tic-toc Posted March 23, 2019 Report Share Posted March 23, 2019 I am just back from a trekking trip in Sapa. Love it. I befriended a local guide from the Black H'mong tribe. Those who like to engage a private trekking guide can contact me. She charges USD20 per day, irrespective how big your group is. Quote If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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