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Day 206: Last day, last outlook and the last night out

July 19, 2014

Today marked the final day of my world journey, which I planned to end with a visit to Hallgrímskirkja church and a night out in Reykjavik. I woke up around 11 am, still feeling groggy. Although I tried to get some work done on my laptop, fatigue got the better of me. Embracing the laid-back mood, I opted for a lazy day, relaxing and napping a bit more in the dorm. Around 3 or 4 pm, I finally emerged and headed to the kitchen for a drink. The smell of someone’s cooking lingered in the air, though it was a…

by Maarten

Canada

Day 195: A mix of Paris, London and America: Montreal

July 8, 2014

Today, I was set to arrive in Montreal, Canada, where I would stay with my friend Gopal. Around 5 am, we completed customs at the Canadian border. The customs officer didn’t ask to see any return tickets but instead posed a series of questions. She inquired about my reasons for visiting, whether I had friends here, if I was carrying money, how much, and if I had brought any souvenirs. After a brief chat, she seemed satisfied, and I was allowed to proceed without any issues. Back on the bus with everyone else, we continued the journey. I couldn’t help…

by Maarten

Day 94: Doing nothing in Sydney

March 30, 2014

St Mary’s Cathedral was the only interesting thing on my agenda today, as I felt both tired and exhausted, with plans to take it easy. Around 10 am, I woke up and decided to freshen up with a shower. Following that, I headed downstairs for a drink. Fortunately, Daniel shared the same plan, so I didn’t have to worry about missing out on any exciting activities. However, upon descending to the lower floor, I couldn’t ignore the mess in the dining room and kitchen. The condition of this place was disheartening; the hostel truly repulsed me. Despite my reservations, I…

by Maarten