Category: Sabbatical

Almost near the end of journey. Bittersweet, but the last one and half weeks were nevertheless the most memorable. Perhaps, I was with people again. Perhaps, I knew it would be a very long time before I can continue. Day 1 Waking up early to do a city walking tour in San Salvador There is… Continue reading Sabbatical 49

I am writing this blog after my move to Redmond on a sunny Friday when all the happy souls are out. It’s a full circle that both my employment and life seem belong here. Day 1 Bittersweet, I said goodbye to Galapagos and headed to Cuenca. It’s a travel day with long layover at Guayaquil,… Continue reading Sabbatical Week 43

It’s been a week since I got back to the States. Finally got the whole house burglary under control and things are going in order. 1 week before I start working again – April Fools day. It’s not a joke but I will not get my first year bonus and rewards because of this tragic… Continue reading Sabbatical Week 42

Happy 2024! Day 1 Went to the market again to get a well needed brunch before heading up the mirador next to the hostel Got some information regarding Amazon and just waited for the evening to strike Day 2 My sickness had really started to affect me Me and the girls who I met at… Continue reading Sabbatical Week 40

Last week of 2023, another Christmas spent not in the USA. Frankly it turned out to be the best. Day 1 The French hostel that we stayed at was unfortunately closed for Christmas. We were forced to check out early in the morning and move to our next one. Luck was on our side, following… Continue reading Sabbatical 39

I’ve been busy with my Spanish school, henced delayed the production of the blog series. Due to most of the time was spending at the school house, the content will be short hence I am condensing them all in a single blog Sunday We got a very late start (after a late coffee plus supermarket… Continue reading Sabbatical Week 33 – 36

Opening Finally Bali. Bali is everything. You have all the big city amenities such as an International Airport and Western restaurants, even bars and wineries. Yet, it’s touristy – You pay Western prices and often without Western standards. It’s hustle and bustle and sometimes in an unpleasant way. Warm and welcoming Balinese and yet you… Continue reading Sabbatical Week 18

Day 1 Waking up feasting again, first was some local coconut based deserts with palm sugar. Next was the soto (beef soup). It’s my friend’s childhood favorite food. It’s so good that we both finished two bowls. The price was around $10 for 4 bowls. After that big meal, I was taken to the horse… Continue reading Sabbatical Week 17

Opening Finally Indonesia! Lots of cultures, not enough alcohol. Jakarta is underrated. Day 1 Signed up for a free walking tour that’s sponsored by the governors office of Jakarta. Immediately, you could feel the hospitality of East Javanese people. It was a great tour, though I wish things were better taken care well. It definitely… Continue reading Sabbatical Week 16

Opening This week was a bit too much traveling and trip planning, which caused the delay in writing this blog. I also got to a point where I really needed a week off from traveling. Hopefully I will find my perfect retreat in Bali. Day 1 Managed to wake up at 5am for the sunrise… Continue reading Sabbatical Week 15