I’m writing because I can’t talk. It’s totally against my will!
And just to be clear, there’s nothing wrong with my vocal cords. I mean I can’t currently talk because my throat is as dry as the desert I’m seeing from above.
This is the result of skipping cardio day way too often AND sprinting through Abu Dhabi’s airport while screaming EXCUSE ME, SORRY, COMING THRU, in hopes I wouldn’t miss my connection flight. While slightly traumatizing, this was probably the peak of my delusional main character syndrome.
I’m typing this – because… you already know – on my way to Kuala Lumpur. If you’re fairly close to me, you know I looove to tell my travel stories. They’re like regular stories, but have happened while I was traveling, which adds a je ne sais quoi to the plot.
Usually they work well for the entertainment of my very small and loyal audiences like my parents, who I believe are genuinely interested in why I often exchange the comfort of my bed, my pillow and my blanket for random beds with strange pillows and foreign blankets.
I always tell them that great stories don’t flourish from the comfort zone, neither does growth. Like a lot of the things I stand for, this is highly debatable and needs some proper discussion, which I will get to at some point.
For some years now I have wondered whether I could (or should) share my stories, how and with whom. The answer to those question is still foggy but just like traveling, I feel like I often need to navigate through the fog and hope for a good view.
If this is getting too philosophical too quickly,
let me disclaim two things:
- That’s kinda the point
- I’m not the (only) brain behind this
Caspar David Friedrich was 200 years ahead of me when he painted the Wanderer above the Sea of Fog. I would have probably painted it a bit different, but I was still impressed to contemplate this masterpiece at the Hamburger Kunsthalle, back in 2022.
I was amazed with the landscape that we can barely see, but particularly to realize that I wasn’t anymore the wanderer standing awkwardly in the museum room, but the one wearing the fierce coat who can’t exactly see his destination and still is determined to go.
At full speed, I’m now quickly approaching Malaysia. I don’t know what’s about Asia and people making big life decisions, but here I am 35000 feet up in the air making a bold promise (mainly to myself) to turn my-story into his-tory.
Welcome to the inner journey of traveling the world! Fasten your seatbelt, turbulence is guaranteed.
Ready for take-off?
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Still lost? Me too. Might as well get lost together.
- Follow the blog, The Art of Getting Lost, for more questionable travel decisions and deep existential thoughts disguised as funny stories.
- Come say hi (or invite me for food) on Instagram: @hugofreitas_10
Warning: Following may result in spontaneous one-way ticket purchases and an irrational fear of itineraries.
i was laughing so hard reading this. loved the blog!! can’t wait for the next one…
Thank you, I promise it gets even better 🙂
Love this vibe. Can’t wait to hear about your adventures !
Thank you! I’ll be sharing the juiciest ones 🙂
I think it’s time for our road trip through Portugal. The next story will write itself! Yallaaaaah
You know I never say no to a good adventure!!
Your writing is chef’s kiss. i’ll be patiently waiting for the next chapters!!
Thank you! They’re coming soon!
Brilliantly well written. Found myself already excited for part 2 after the 2nd paragraph
Shukran habibi! thank you for the support and inspiration!
Perfect afternoon read to get my mind on some hilarious and interesting thoughts. Happily awaiting your next post!
I’m happy to challenge your mind, that’s the goal of the inner journey!
You’re going places, literally. Keep it up please 🙂
That’s right, the further the merrier!
Oh my god I can’t wait to read more!!
Stay tuned 🙂
Loved the humor, looking forward to more of your adventures!!!
Thank you, welcome aboard!!
Can’t wait to read more about your next adventures. So excited to kind of be a part of it by reading your blog! Let’s all get lost together in here.
So glad to see people who are not afraid of getting lost! Thank you for that!
Loved it! Waiting for more!
There will be! Stick around!
I love reading a little bit of this text and it feels like I’m in one of our many conversations about the world in general and that there’s always a laugh at every sentence because it’s so comical and uncomplicated.
I’m waiting for the next adventures, to maybe do a featuring.
Just to say “eu amo-te por exemplo”
Who knows what the future will bring?
I guess you’ll have to stick around!
This is amazing – I loved the energy and authenticity. You’re a natural! 👏
Thank you! That means a lot!
love it!!
Thank you 🙂
This article is amazing!! I want read and laughing more 😊
[i always knew that one day you would find a way to share your crazy adventures with people]
Here they are are, hope you enjoy them!
This is so funny and relatable – gave me so cunk on earth x what I was doing while you were breeding vibe! Looking impatiently forward for your next blog – bisous <3
I guess some inspiration is showing, thanks for that!!
Got very nostalgic remembering the days in Hamburg with you! Keep going my friend 😘
Some moments really stick with us! Thank you 🙂
Your journey sounds amazing and how you step out of your comfort zone!
That’s the goal! Thank you 🙂
Usually, when I read blogs, I skip some parts, but yours was so captivating! I really enjoyed reading it 😍
Thank you, that’s lovely to hear!