What is Viajar Sin Rumbo?
"Viajar Sin Rumbo" is a Spanish phrase that roughly translates as "to wander." It describes the way I prefer to travel; with an open mind, without a set agenda, and always ready to be sidetracked by new discoveries. I couldn't imagine making a long trip where I only visit essential postcard destinations, take a few pictures, and quickly move on to the next tourist hot-spot. Instead, I look to delve deeper into a place, have unique and memorable experiences, and understand something of it's history, culture, and people. "Viajar Sin Rumbo" means spending more time in fewer places. It means traveling by way of few one-way plane tickets and many more more bus tickets. It means backpacking on a budget; lots of cheap hostel beds and lots of cheap street food. Most importantly, "Viajar Sin Rumbo" means viewing every day as a new adventure!
Who is Adam the Traveler?
Virginia born and bred, I lived in the wonderfully cosmopolitan city of Washington D.C. for five years before relinquishing most of my possessions and taking off on this long-term journey. I speak fluent Spanish, conversational Portuguese, and have recently succeeded in acquiring kindergarten-level Turkish. Çok Güzel!
My dual passions are music and "the world." By "the world," I mean learning about and connecting with other cultures; whether it be by traveling to exotic locales or by simply chatting with the interesting-looking stranger waiting at the bus stop. I enjoy playing the guitar and am constantly on the lookout for new and exciting musical experiences. One day I hope to make a living by combining my two passions. But for now, I'm happy just to travel.
I also enjoy photography, soccer, hiking, cycling, reading, and laughing at people wearing funny costumes.
Why does Adam Travel?
I'm not sure where this intense wanderlust first originates from. But five months spent studying Spanish and living with a local family in the lovely city of Granada, Spain, opened my eyes to life outside of U.S. borders. Since then, I have been fascinated by anything exotic and different.
In lieu of a diary, I write this blog in order to document my experiences and share them with family, friends, and anyone else who cares to tune in. Through photos, video, and stories, I hope to capture the essence of the places I go. I aim to show how my own preconceptions have been changed by what I've seen and hopefully challenge your own as well. So, follow along, leave comments, and be inspired to wander!
-Adam
traveleradam@gmail.com
