Back at KLCC Park, under the twin beacons of Petronas, I slip into that sweet travel flow: turning booking puzzles, shifting plans, and family meet-ups into an effortless dance. Fifteen years of tour-managing chaos forged these skills—now they’re pure joy fueling my full-time nomad life.
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Exploring Hoi An beyond its postcard-perfect corners, I wander off the main paths to uncover little slices of nature most visitors miss. There’s something special about finding green, peaceful pockets in places buzzing with tourists—it’s like having a secret, just for a moment. In this new
Thought I’d find just noisy rides and busy crowds in Ba Na Hills, but a quiet trail led me to something entirely different: real forest, mystical mist, and a serene Buddhist temple gently hidden from the rush. That unexpected calm was a perfect zen moment; I filmed a new
Waking up to the gentle rhythm of Da Nang’s waves, I’m reminded that nature doesn’t rush, yet everything unfolds just right. After getting sick in Semporna from pushing myself too hard, it feels grounding to take it slow—letting the ocean breeze do its quiet work. My
Walking with Piotrek on Sibuan Island felt like stepping into a painting, bare feet on powdery sand, the horizon painted with ominous dark clouds, yet sunlight pierced through in golden beams. Nature’s drama and beauty in perfect harmony. Sometimes the most magical moments happen when the sky can’t
Nature isn't just found in distant mountains or hidden forests… it's right here, waiting for you. Whether you're strolling through a city park, tending to your house garden, or simply sitting with the plants on your balcony. You can connect with the natural world
Wandering through KLCC Park, my second favorite spot in Kuala Lumpur after the Botanical Gardens! In the heart of the city, but sheltered from the noise by nature and skyscrapers. Whether you’re here to jog or just chill, this green oasis is a must. Next time you’re in
Back in the lush beauty of Kuala Lumpur’s botanical garden for the latest episode of “Walking with Piotrek”! I’ve been away exploring my favorite travel destination, Japan, where I finally visited Nagasaki and the breathtaking Nachi waterfall. Japanese culture has fascinated me since childhood, and every trip there
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Previous PostsSMS verification silliness in Thailand
September 15, 2026
Grab and Bolt work with any phone number. Lazada and SF Cinema wanted a Thai one. So I typed my expired Thai number from 2013 into the cinema form. It worked! Here is how I dodged SMS verification during two months in Chiang Mai.
Dima Pashutskii — From Stationary Sysadmin to Nomad Software Engineer
September 8, 2026
Dima got fired from a Moscow office, taught himself to code, and left. His first freelance job paid five dollars for two days. We talk Upwork, why your postcode should not set your rate, and the twenty hour week he actually works.
eSIM & Wi-Fi — How to stay online in Thailand as a digital nomad
September 1, 2026
Wi-Fi is everywhere in Thailand. So I never bought a local eSIM. I roamed on a Malaysian plan for 11 USD and stayed online in cafes, the gym, our apartment. Here is what it cost me in speed, battery, and upload time.
John Ho — Coliving Founder Building a Nomad Friendly District in Chiang Mai
August 25, 2026
John Ho built Chiang Mai's first coliving, then admitted he had spent five years building bubbles for nomads. We talk culture, the Network School shutdown, and his blunt question: everyone says community matters, but will you actually pay for it?
8 weeks in cozy Chiang Mai Thailand
August 18, 2026
Three nomads told me to go. So we booked two months in Chiang Mai, mid-June to mid-August, dodging the burning season. We enjoyed khao soi, a five-story gym, and cute cafés in this nomad haven.
Ryan Li — Self-Taught Polyglot and Privacy-First Nomad in Asia
August 11, 2026
At nineteen, Ryan sold his car and flew to Japan with no plan. Twenty years and a dozen countries later, he speaks several Asian languages and runs his companies from Qubes OS. We talked identity, visas, and the bank account he closed on day one.
Using Thai QR PromptPay Payments as a digital nomad
August 4, 2026
To pay by QR in Thailand, I used a Malaysian app. That took a local SIM, a KYC check, and two conversions. Absurd, and still the best option I found. Here's the setup and what actually worked.
Buatong — climb like Spider-Man on Sticky Waterfall near Chiang Mai
July 28, 2026
A waterfall you climb up, not swim in. Barefoot on limestone that grips like spider web. No slipping, no shivering, no water shoes needed. Ninety minutes from Chiang Mai, Buatong turned my morning into the strangest climb of my Thailand stay.
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