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Travis commented about Cell Phone Anywhere on Planet, On Sunday November 6th, 2005 03:26:00 AM
Andy, For a true hobo cell solution try installing skype software on a handheld pocket PC device with 802.11 connectivity capability. Then, whenever you have wireless internet access, you can make and receive calls from this handheld device. Skype also has voice mail -- so people will always be able to leave you a message at a certain number. You can call other skype users for free. YOu can call any landline/cellphone in the world for 1.7 euro cents per minute. YOu can access the same account on your laptop, but the handheld is easier to carry around. YOu will also be able to surf the web on the handheld and email, etc., so it is easier than carrying the laptop to certain places. And now that wireless internet is becoming more common in hostels, etc., you will have connectivity a lot of the time -- no sim cards, no country-specific issues, etc. to worry about.
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Travis commented about The Six Languages to Learn, On Friday July 6th, 2007 11:51:00 AM
Hi Andy,
Just wanted to say I love the blog. I'm new to this myself, but I enjoy reading your analysis.
Although population-wise German might not be a useful language, the business climate is ripe in that area of central Europe. Switzerland, Austria and Germany all have bustling economies--but I'm biased I guess.
I want to learn so many languages. I guess French is up next for me.
Anyways, keep up the good work. Check out my adventures in Germany if you ever get bored.
Travis
http://www.tcthompson.blogspot.com
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Travis commented about The Six Languages to Learn, On Friday July 6th, 2007 01:17:00 PM
That's a good point about Europeans drawing support from Muslim nations. I wholeheartedly agree.
While Europe has much to offer, some of the unfounded criticism of the US takes us a step in the wrong direction, I feel. But it's all good for developing stronger dialogue I suppose.
Thanks for visiting the site..you can pretty much count on me being a regular around here now. I hope you'll come back
Travis
http://www.tcthompson.blogspot.com
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Travis commented about Americans on Khao San Road, On Saturday January 12th, 2008 10:23:00 AM
"I told my friend, please earmark this conversation, I want to hear you repeat it to me three years from now, after you have traveled the planet. I want you to say to me again,
- I have a list of books to read. -"
Andy, consider this conversation bookmarked! It was so interesting meeting you in person after reading your blog for years -- you have great advice. Travis anotheryearoff.blogspot.com
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travis commented about Baguio Philippines Local Market, On Tuesday July 28th, 2009 02:40:39 PM
Hello Andy!, I could recommend Medelliacuten, Colombia which is at 1500 meters. I am living here in a beautiful part of town in a room in a shared apartment for $300 per month, including all utilities, wi-fi, laundry, change sheets, all modern stuff, security, etc. My room is 18 square meters with a window overlooking the park. The going rate for a more normal place in a decent neighborhood is $300 per month, including food and Wi-fi, cable. But you have to speak Spanish here (not good for the girlfriend). It is a city of 3 million with lots to do. Tourism is taking off here although it is still small compared to Phils and Thailand. It is not cheap for regular things like Thailand, more like the Phils, maybe even more. It does not seem too polluted here like Quito, for instance, and it is a basically safe place (but again, not as safe as Thailand).
My understanding is that Baguio is freezing in the winter! Is Cebu city too hot for you? I like it and it rains less there. The temperatures in Medelliacuten are close to constant year around (average high of 29/84, low of 17/63). But it does get 60 inches (150 cm) of rain per year.
One can basically stay here in Colombia for 180 days per year on tourist visa without preapplying for anything (not as good as the Phils which is very generous with tourist visas, but better than Thailand).
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