So the net cost for the tip was about $22k. I paid for the vast majority of
this with one month's consultancy beforehand. That's crazy when you think
about it, one month's consultancy in return for a year traveling.
And I certainly didn't hold back with the budget, I met a lot of people
doing it for much cheaper. Where there's a will, there's a way.
One consulting gig, $22,000. I really need to get on this level! Was a fantastic read, especially since I have a lot of respect for Alex due to some of his great work.
That Mark Twain quote really hit home. I recently decided that I need to do the same thing actually. I'm sick of the USA, of the people here, their attitudes, etc.. (I am in LA). Ready to get out and experience the rest of the world. I leave for Sweden on Feb 24th! My first time out of the country!
It's not exactly height of the tourist season which can help with prices. If he's from LA, the fact that it's cold and there'll probably be snow might well be a feature for him.
Indeed. It's convenient for me. I'll certainly freeze my ass off, but I am looking forward to experiencing some intense winter. Plus, I'll be doing some consulting work for a long time client of mine on site, which will be refreshing.
I'm primarily excited for a taste of new culture, a break from the shitstorm that I feel like my life is right now, and hopefully a new outlook on life.
You are literally the opposite of me - I've travelled all over the place, and if my job wasn't keeping me tied in the UK right now I'd move to LA tomorrow.
Have fun in Sweden, be prepared for a high prices though!
Sweden’s cheap if you compare it to its neighbour Norway! Housing seems cheap compared to the UK too there, but then I guess that’s what happens if you have 1/6th the population in 3 times the land area.
That Mark Twain quote really hit home. I recently decided that I need to do the same thing actually. I'm sick of the USA, of the people here, their attitudes, etc.. (I am in LA). Ready to get out and experience the rest of the world. I leave for Sweden on Feb 24th! My first time out of the country!