Our 2010 Epic Adventure
Back in 2010 we both quit our jobs and traveled until we ran out of money (about 8 months). One of the best decisions we've ever made.
We started things off in South-East Asia
Our goal was to spend time in cheap places. And SEA was top of our wishlist!
Departure
We leave Cape Town.
April 2010
Kuala Lumpur
First stop is Malaysia (cheapest flight).
April 2010
Bangkok
Finally, Thailand.
April 2010
Chiang Mai
A super fun place to get into the vibe.
April 2010
Chiang Rai
Burning time in the very far North.
April 2010
Luang Prabang
We get to Laos.
April 2010
Vang Vieng
We spend a week recovering and having a blast.
April 2010
Hanoi and Halong Bay
Tackling the chaos of Hanoi and going for a cruise in beautiful Halong Bay.
April 2010
Sapa and Hue
We go to the far North, nearly have no bed, and then visit the ancient city of Hue.
April 2010
Hoi An and Saigon
Loving the restaurants and relaxation of Hoi An and skimming through Saigon.
April 2010
Angkor Wat
Exploring the ancient temples of Angkor Wat.
April 2010
Phuket and Koh Phi Phi
Hitting the beaches of the Thai islands.
April 2010
Railay
Beaches, rock climbing, and a Slow Loris.
April 2010
Koh Phangan
A week relaxing on the white sandy beaches of Koh Phangan.
April 2010
Koh Tao
Leaning to scuba on the island paradise of Koh Tao.
April 2010Soccer World Cup in South Africa
We thought we'd never leave SEA, but everyone was talking about the World Cup in South Africa, so we headed back.
World Cup
A week soaking up the spirit of the World Cup in South Africa.
April 2010
South Africa
Spending time in South Africa before heading to South America.
April 2010South America
And then, for the last leg of our trip off to South America.
Lima and Nazca
Starting the South America trip in Lima and checking out the Nazca Lines.
April 2010
Arequipa and the Colca Valley
Heading into higher altitude to see the white city and then visit one of the world's deepest canyons.
April 2010
Cusco
Exploring the ancient Inca capital of Cusco, the setting off point for Machu Picchu.
April 2010
Inca Jungle Trek
Cycling and hiking to Machu Picchu.
April 2010
Puno and Copacabana
Heading south to see the floating islands of Puno and crossing into Boliva at the sleepy town of Copacabana.
April 2010
La Paz
Visiting the highest capital in the world, cycling the Death Road, watching some Cholita wrestling and seeing an anaconda in the pampas.
April 2010
Sucre and Potosi
Relaxing in pretty Sucre and then visiting the old silver mines in the highest city in the world - Potosi.
April 2010
Salt Flats
Touring the world's largest salt flat in Bolivia.
April 2010
Northern Argentina
Popping into Chile then eating steaks, empanadas, and lomitos and drinking wine in northern Argentina.
April 2010
Bariloche
Skiing, cycling, and eating in Bariloche.
April 2010
BA and Iguazu
Buenos Aires for a few days and then on to the spectacular Iguazu Falls.
April 2010
Rio and Isla Grande
Brazil was our last stop before heading home. We spent a few days in Rio, then a longer stay on Isla Grande.
October 2010